O V E R C L O C K
Bryce Tsao
Overclock Robotics Alumni
Worlds Qualifier Division Finalists World Rank 2 4 Year Veteran Vice Captain Shop Manager Lead Builder
Key Achievements
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37
Competition Awards
ACROSS 4 YEARS
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4
Years Active
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4
Worlds Appearances
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3
Worlds Championship
- DIVISION FINALISTS WINNER
- 2 x DESIGN AWARD WINNER
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RANK 2
OUT OF 13,686 TEAMS WORLDWIDE
Career Summary
Bryce Tsao served as Vice Captain, Lead Builder, and Shop Manager during 4 seasons of competitive robotics. His team reached a global ranking of 2nd out of 13,686 teams in 2025, earning 3 World Championship awards that year, including Division Finalist honors and 2 Design Awards. Over the course of his seasons, Bryce contributed to 37 competition awards, including 8 Excellence Awards recognizing overall program performance. The team captured 7 Tournament Championships and 10 Robot Skills titles between 2022 and 2025. Each year, they qualified for the World Championship, competing consistently well against top-ranked opponents. The 2025 season brought standout results, with 4 Excellence Awards, 4 Tournament Championships, 8 Robot Skills wins, and additional recognition through Design and Innovate Awards.
Leadership & Project Experience
Lead Builder - VEX Robotics Team 16099A
2024-2025: High Stakes
Led mechanical design team earning World Championship Design Award recognition
Oversees the robot's mechanical design and construction
Delegates build tasks and ensures quality and consistency
Coordinates closely with programming and strategy to align robot functionality
Troubleshoots mechanical issues during testing and competitions
Mentors newer builders and enforces safety and build standards
Led CAD design workflows and 3D modeling initiatives
Vice Captain - VEX Robotics Team 16699Y
2023-2024: Over Under
Supported team leadership in achieving earning World Championship Division Finalists, and Design Award recognition
Supports the Captain in managing the team and logistics
Coordinates team scheduling and calendar management
Assists in strategic decision-making and planning processes
Manages backup documentation and contingency planning
Leads specific sub-team coordination meetings
Supports team morale and motivation initiatives
Shop Manager - VEX Robotics Team 16699Y
2022-2023: Spin Up
Maintained a clean, organized, and safe workspace at all times
Oversees the proper use and storage of tools and materials
Leads equipment calibration and quality control processes
Manages workshop scheduling and resource allocation
Coordinates emergency response procedures and safety protocols
Leads workshop efficiency analysis and improvement initiatives
Ensures all team members follow safety protocols during build sessions
Member - VEX Robotics Team 16699Y
2021-2022: Tipping Point
Contributed to assigned tasks within their sub-team (build, code, notebook, etc.), earning Tournament Champions recognition
Stays engaged, asks questions, and learns actively from team leaders
Maintains a respectful, cooperative attitude and upholds team values
Contributes creative ideas and suggestions for team improvements
Assists with setup and breakdown of competition equipment
Participates in team training and skill development programs
Supports team documentation through photos and progress notes
Career Achievements
2025 Season
High Stakes • Team 16099A • Lead Builder
Design Award
Design Award
Recognizes exceptional engineering documentation, design process analysis, and systematic methodology from concept to implementation.
Tier 4 Judge Award (World Championship)
4x Excellence Award
4x Excellence Award
Most prestigious award recognizing exceptional performance across all competition areas including documentation, interviews, and gameplay.
Tier 3 Judge Award
4x Tournament Champions
4x Tournament Champions
Winning alliance teams demonstrating superior strategic selection, collaboration, robot reliability, and clutch elimination performance.
Tier 3 Performance Award
8x Robot Skills Champion
8x Robot Skills Champion
Best combined autonomous and driver skills score demonstrating programming mastery, precision driving, and pressure performance.
Tier 3 Robot Skills Award
2x Innovate Award
2x Innovate Award
Breakthrough thinking and creative problem-solving with well-documented novel approaches to robot design or strategy.
Tier 2 Judge Award
Amaze Award
Amaze Award
Combines competitive excellence with exceptional presentation skills, positive attitude, and ability to engage others.
Tier 1 Judge Award
2024 Season
Over Under • Team 16699Y • Vice Captain
Division Finalists
Division Finalists
Division-level finalist teams demonstrating exceptional competitive performance and strategic excellence within their competitive division.
Tier 4 Performance Award (World Championship)
Design Award
Design Award
Recognizes exceptional engineering documentation, design process analysis, and systematic methodology from concept to implementation.
Tier 4 Judge Award (World Championship)
Excellence Award
Excellence Award
Most prestigious award recognizing exceptional performance across all competition areas including documentation, interviews, and gameplay.
Tier 3 Judge Award
Tournament Champions
Tournament Champions
Winning alliance teams demonstrating superior strategic selection, collaboration, robot reliability, and clutch elimination performance.
Tier 3 Performance Award
Robot Skills Champion
Robot Skills Champion
Best combined autonomous and driver skills score demonstrating programming mastery, precision driving, and pressure performance.
Tier 3 Robot Skills Award
Design Award
Design Award
Recognizes exceptional engineering documentation, design process analysis, and systematic methodology from concept to implementation.
Tier 3 Judge Award
2023 Season
Spin Up • Team 16699Y • Shop Manager
2x Excellence Award
2x Excellence Award
Most prestigious award recognizing exceptional performance across all competition areas including documentation, interviews, and gameplay.
Tier 3 Judge Award
Tournament Champions
Tournament Champions
Winning alliance teams demonstrating superior strategic selection, collaboration, robot reliability, and clutch elimination performance.
Tier 3 Performance Award
Robot Skills Champion
Robot Skills Champion
Best combined autonomous and driver skills score demonstrating programming mastery, precision driving, and pressure performance.
Tier 3 Robot Skills Award
2x Innovate Award
2x Innovate Award
Breakthrough thinking and creative problem-solving with well-documented novel approaches to robot design or strategy.
Tier 2 Judge Award
2022 Season
Tipping Point • Team 16699Y • Member
Excellence Award
Excellence Award
Most prestigious award recognizing exceptional performance across all competition areas including documentation, interviews, and gameplay.
Tier 3 Judge Award
Tournament Champions
Tournament Champions
Winning alliance teams demonstrating superior strategic selection, collaboration, robot reliability, and clutch elimination performance.
Tier 3 Performance Award
Design Award
Design Award
Recognizes exceptional engineering documentation, design process analysis, and systematic methodology from concept to implementation.
Tier 3 Judge Award
Amaze Award
Amaze Award
Combines competitive excellence with exceptional presentation skills, positive attitude, and ability to engage others.
Tier 1 Judge Award
Technical Skills & Competencies

Leadership Support

Team Coordination Communication Strategic Planning Delegation Team Building Organization

Workshop Management

Tool Management Safety Protocols Workspace Organization Equipment Maintenance Inventory Control Safety Training

Advanced Engineering

CAD Design Solidworks Mechanical Engineering System Integration Design Review Build Leadership

Core Participation

Team Collaboration Active Learning Task Execution Meeting Participation Event Support Team Values

Core Robotics

Problem Solving Engineering Design Process Teamwork Critical Thinking Innovation Communication

Competition Excellence

World Championship Elite Competition Design Excellence Overall Excellence Championship Performance Robot Skills
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