BHHS MorTorq Robotics Takes 2nd Place at Aerospace Valley, Reaches Finals for First Time in 16 Years

Beverly Hills, CA (April 4, 2026) – Beverly Hills High School’s MorTorq Robotics Team advanced to the finals and earned a 2nd place finish at the FIRST Robotics California District Aerospace Valley Event in Lancaster, marking a standout achievement in the team’s 2026 competition season. This represents the program’s first appearance in the finals in 16 years.

Competing against top teams from across the region, MorTorq was selected to join an alliance with Team 687 (California Academy of Mathematics & Science) and Team 2073 (Pleasant Grove High School), a moment that reflects the team’s strong performance and the respect they earned among their peers.

Together, the alliance advanced through the elimination rounds and competed in the final matches, securing a second-place finish overall.

“This result reflects the work our students have put in all season,” said Robotics Advisor John Castle. “From one competition to the next, they continue to grow, collaborate, and represent Beverly Hills High School with focus and determination.”

MorTorq’s performance at Aerospace Valley showcased the team’s growth, teamwork, and execution, culminating in a deep playoff run and a place in the finals.

The FIRST Robotics Competition challenges students to design, build, and compete with industrial-sized robots in a fast-paced, team-based environment that emphasizes engineering, problem-solving, and collaboration.

MorTorq’s success highlights the strength of BHHS’s robotics program and a student team that continues to rise to the challenge at every level of competition.

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For Immediate Release 
April 4, 2026

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