WolfByte Robotics' Student Leadership
At WolfByte Robotics, FIRST Robotics Student Leadership empowers students to take charge of their team's success by fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth. Student leaders guide their peers across sub-teams, such as design, coding, public relations, and safety, ensuring every member's voice is heard and valued. At its core, student leadership is about creating an inclusive, dynamic environment where young leaders inspire and support each other while driving WolfByte Robotics' mission of building future innovators.
2025-2026 Student Executive Board
President | Lucy Martens
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Lucy Martens joined WolfByte Robotics as a freshman after one of her friends who had been on the team encouraged her to join. After her first practice she immediately fell in love with Wolfbyte and was ready to dive in. Now in her fourth year, Lucy is able to lead our team as president through teamwork and encouragement to all.
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Throughout her year on team, her most memorable exppirence was worlds. The excitement of seeing our robot race with over 600 of the best teams in the world, being able to sit in the stands and see about 100,00 other people who love robotics just as much, cheer on their own robots.
Lucy hopes to help the team grow in welcoming freshman members to find their passions on the team. She is committed to not only building an amazing robot, but also building amazing members that will able to take the skills they learned and apply them to in-season and their futures.
Vice President | Sadie Ward
Sadie Ward joined WolfByte Robotics because her brothers had been active leaders of the club. She learned a lot about WolfByte from them and joined to grow her interest in STEM and problem solving skills.
Now in her fourth year, Sadie has taken on the role of Vice President. During her time she has made some of her closest friends through the team, and her love for our community continues to grow.
Chief Engineer | Declan Burke
Declan Burke joined WolfByte Robotics in his freshman year after a senior he carpooled with told him about the team. With a long-standing interest in engineering, Declan has embraced the team’s sense of community, where everyone works together toward a common goal while forming lasting friendships.
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Now in his third year, Declan’s most memorable experience was competing at the FIRST Championship, an event filled with excitement and learning, despite the team not performing as well as hoped. With a passion for mechanical and automotive engineering, Declan envisions a future where WolfByte Robotics grows by inspiring more students to explore engineering. He is driven to help the team achieve success, earn blue banners, and continue fostering a supportive and collaborative environment.
Treasurer | Lincoln Routier
Electrical Captain | Dylan Ghaly
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Now in her second year, Abigail has embraced problem-solving as her favorite aspect of robotics, likening it to solving a puzzle she loves tackling every day.
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Her most memorable experience was representing WolfByte Robotics at Worlds in 2024, which inspired her vision for the team to grow into an even stronger, more connected community. Outside of robotics, Abigail has a keen interest in environmental science and urban planning, areas she hopes to explore further. As Electrical Captain, Abigail is committed to leading with enthusiasm and fostering a supportive environment where every team member can thrive.
CAD Captain | Josephine Hench
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Mechanical/Construction Captains |
Sasha Weffer & Ashok Chacko
Sasha Weffer’s passion for robotics was sparked by watching her sister thrive as Project Manager for the Chicago Style Botdogs. Inspired to bring her ideas to life, she joined WolfByte Robotics and quickly embraced the team’s collaborative spirit. Now in her second year, Sasha serves as Construction Captain, where she values the team’s strong sense of family—working together, supporting one another, and always communicating effectively.
Her favorite memory is the experience at Worlds, where she saw top-performing teams in action and brought their lessons back to improve WolfByte’s robot. Sasha is dedicated to making construction both engaging and educational, fostering a positive learning environment where everyone feels connected and motivated to collaborate. She has a passion for teaching, chemistry, athletics, and engineering. With her passion for teaching and engineering, Sasha leads with the goal of building not only great robots but also strong relationships across the team.
Coding Captain | Jovanni Guzman
Lucy Martens has always loved tinkering with electronics, a passion she shared with her dad. Encouraged by a friend, she joined WolfByte Robotics during her freshman year and quickly fell in love with the world of robotics. Now in her third year, Lucy serves as Coding Captain, where she values the collaborative spirit that brings the team’s hard work to life through their robot.
Her favorite memory is competing at FRC Worlds, especially during the Einstein matches, where the sight of full stands and thousands of people who shared her love for robotics made her feel at home. Lucy’s vision as a leader is to create a supportive environment where every member gains the confidence and hands-on experience needed to step into leadership roles. By involving newer members in all stages of the team’s projects, she hopes to set up WolfByte Robotics for continued success and work toward "Worlds Part 2!" with a robot that reflects everyone’s contributions and creativity.
Marketing Captain | Jazzmine Delgado
Matthew Del Preto joined WolfByte Robotics to connect with others and dive into the world of STEM. Now in his third year, he values the strong sense of community within the team and the social bonds they share. As Scouting and Strategy Captain, Matthew excels at analyzing competition strategies and fostering collaboration. His favorite memory is competing at Worlds, where he formed connections with other teams and strengthened relationships within WolfByte. With a passion for computer science, Matthew is dedicated to mentoring younger team members, ensuring WolfByte remains a thriving, experienced, and united team for years to come.
Public Relations Captain | Elizabeth Maloy
Sadie Ward joined WolfByte Robotics to follow in her brothers' footsteps and pursue her passion for STEM. Over her three years with the team, she has embraced her role as Public Relations and Outreach Captain, excelling in managing social media and fostering connections within the community. Sadie’s favorite memory is attending Worlds, where she found inspiration from top-performing teams. Dedicated to promoting STEM and creating a fun, inclusive environment, Sadie works to spread the word about WolfByte Robotics and ensure every member feels supported as they pursue their passions.
Safety & Organization Captain | Katherine Wiltrout
Jackson Becker joined WolfByte Robotics, with an interest in Mechanical Engineering, to explore his love for STEM and gain new skills. Over three years with the team, he has embraced his role as Safety & Organization Captain, ensuring the build space is well-maintained and fostering a safe, efficient environment for everyone. Jackson thrives on the passion and energy at competitions, especially the sense of accomplishment when the team’s hard work pays off. His favorite memory is attending his first travel competition, where he formed close friendships and experienced the collaborative spirit of robotics. With a focus on organization and teamwork, Jackson is committed to supporting WolfByte’s continued success.
Robot Test & Reliability Lead| Daniel Lopez
Sarah Kwansy joined WolfByte Robotics to connect with new people and broaden her horizons. Over the past two years, she has thrived as Project Manager, embracing the challenge of turning creative ideas into reality alongside a dedicated team. Sarah loves the collaborative spirit of building a robot from scratch and values the friendships and experiences she has gained through robotics. Committed to fostering communication and teamwork, Sarah works to simplify processes and ensure the team operates at its best, making WolfByte Robotics a place where creativity and collaboration shine.