Applications are now open for the 2026-2027 season!

The Cobra Commanders

Elevate Your Game

FRC Team 498, The Cobra Commanders, is one of Arizona’s premier competitive robotics programs. Built on a culture of hard work, accountability, and a relentless drive to improve, Cobra Robotics is an environment where expectations are high and students push themselves to perform at a championship level. If you’re up for the challenge, you’ll work alongside industry professionals to learn advanced engineering and leadership skills to create a program that competes at the highest level in the world.

Who Can Apply

Cobra Robotics is open to motivated students who want to challenge themselves, grow their skills, and compete at a high level.

Eligible applicants include:

Any high school student enrolled in the Peoria Unified School District
Any high‑school–age homeschooled student in Arizona
Any Arizona charter school high school student

What We Look For

We evaluate applicants on:

Commitment: showing up, staying engaged, and following through
Coachability: willingness to learn, take feedback, and improve
Team Mindset: collaboration, communication, and respect
Growth Potential: curiosity, initiative, and problem‑solving
Passion for Competition: desire to push yourself and the team

What You’ll Gain

Students on FRC 498 learn:

Advanced engineering, programming, and fabrication
Real‑world project management and leadership
High‑pressure decision‑making and strategic thinking
Professional communication and teamwork
How to compete at the highest levels of FRC