Our sponsors are one of the most important aspects of the team. They allow us to build a robot and compete each year. Without our sponsors, we would not be able to build robots, go to competitions, or even have a FIRST Robotics Team in general. Our sponsors are not just people or businesses that just give us money and stay distant from our team. They are also engineers that show their appreciation for our enthusiasm for science and technology. They give us the opportunity to gain knowledge in fields of engineering, which will help each of our team members have advantages in their careers of the future.


Ford Motor Company has supported our team since its rookie year in 2006. They have provided financial support, a build location and field location, and engineers to help our team.

During the past 57 years, The Chrysler Foundation has established a proud legacy of enriching the physical, educational and cultural needs of local communities in which Chrysler Group LLC conducts business. The Chrysler Foundation has been a financial supporter for 5 of the 6 years that the Fighting Pi have been competing.

The Macomb Academy of Arts and Sciences (MA2S) is a regional magnet center for honors-level mathematics, science and technology. Operated by Armada Area Schools, MA2S offers a four-year integrated program for students in grades 9-12 that focuses on accelerated learning and problem-solving. The center includes an outstanding learning environment rich in hands-on activities and includes a unique blend of students from 7 Macomb county school districts.

NuStep was founded in 1987 with a vision to transform lives by helping individuals achieve the important balance of physical fitness and wellness in their daily life. In touch with their customers, communities, and employees, they are always looking for new and better ways of partnering with those who share their dedication to transforming lives.

Master Pneumatic Inc. originated in 1950 as a regional supplier of the Detroit automotive industry. Since then, "M/P" has become a world wide manufacturing and service organization, initially to serve the requirements of the multi-national automotive companies and later to introduce "M/P" products to other markets.

Oakland University was created in 1957 after Matilda Dodge Wilson donated 1,500-acre (6.1 km2) estate to Michigan State University. Their motto is "Seguir virtute e canoscenza" ("Seek virtue and knowledge"). They offer 132 undergraduate bachelor's degree programs and 124 graduate programs (professional certificates, M.A., M.B.A., M.S., and Ph.D.)

Techdude.net is the host of our website. They started in 2006, and they specialize in Information Technology, Web development, network solutions, as well as general computer repair.



The Richmond Rotary provides humanitarian services, encourages high ethical standards in all vocations, and helps build goodwill throughout the community.

Miljoco Corporation designs, manufactures and distributes cost-effective temperature and pressure instruments of superb quality to a diverse marketplace. Their products are found in supermarkets, schools, hospitals and high-rises across the United States and around the globe.

Emhart Tecknologies make a difference in the world around us. Their focus is on the development of lightweight, high-strength fastening technologies that are eco friendly and safe.

The Knights of Columbus organization was Founded in the United States in 1882. The Knights of Columbus was founded by an Irish-American Catholic priest, The Venerable Father Michael J. McGivney in New Haven, Connecticut.

The Lions Club is a community organization that has sponsored us since 2006. They help the community in many different ways, and have helped the Armada Fair and the Holly Days Parade.

SMART I.T. Services is an Information Technology company that was founded in 1991. They focus on vertical markets such as Insurance, Health Care, and Professional Associations, and are a Microsoft Gold Certified partner who specialize in computer networking, telephone systems, electronic document management, and many more fields. They began sponsoring the team this year.

FIRST In Michigan is the main website for the FIRST Robotics competiton for Michigan teams. They have been a significant force for the constant improvement of FIRST. They created a district system that double playtime for Michigan teams without an increase in price. In addition, they have been instrumental in securing new big-name sponsors and helping start and fund rookie teams throughout the state.


Mr and Mrs. Ligon are supporters of the local school districts and have sponsored us since 2007.

Thank you to all of our sponsors!