Meet The Team
Team Captain
Diego
Diego is a boy scout Eagle candidate, with aspirations of being a commercial pilot, being the floor for his goals. He comes to the team with worlds experience from last FRC season CRESCENDO being the team captain. He is an experienced leader and is fully prepared to help the team in whichever way possible.
Team Member
Elsie
My name is Elsie. I’ve been in robotics for 8 years now, last year was my first year in FRC. Even though my dream career doesn’t directly involve STEM; I still enjoy going in robotics and being apart of the team and experience. I like working with different people and meeting the other teams, I enjoy working on the robot and giving presentations as well.
Team Member
Faithlynn
My name is Faithlynn. I've been a part of the First Lego Leage robotics program for 8 years, and last year was my first time being a part of an FRC team. Although the career I aim for is not in line with S.T.E.M, robotics has taught me other life skills that I can use in the future. Such as leadership, integrity, and critical thinking. I find robotics a place where we can inspire others and conquer our goals if we put our minds to it. I enjoy researching and learning about the world around us depending on the theme of the season. Also, I appreciate being able to collaborate with my team, setting aside our differences, because what we all share is a passion for S.T.E.M.
Team Member
Landon
My name is Landon, I have done small builds and codes before but this will be my first big project with a team. I am excited to try this new experience and I am always up for an adventure. I am ready to start learning all these great skills and building cool things.
Team Member
Jimmy
My name is Jimmy. While I’ve started a few solo projects like this before, this is my first time joining a group of this level. I’m proficient with Unity, Blender, Physion, various CAD programs, and Raspberry Pi, though I don’t know any coding languages. I’ve rebuilt old computers, installed different ISOs, and created orbit simulations and simple games using Desmos. I highly recommend this team to anyone interested in learning, experience isn’t required, just curiosity.
Head Coach
Masih Madani
Coach Madani is a teacher, college instructor, and a serial entrepreneur who holds 6 patents in secure telecommunications over open networks (i.e., the Internet). Coach Madani inspired team 9426 winning Rookie-AllStar at Las Vegas, Nevada, and competing at world Championships in Houston during the 2023-24 season. This season, coach Madani has assembled a talented group of mentors in their respective fields and FRC alumni to ensure the new community team FRC 10186, FeenX.org has the STEM proficiency with which to succeed.
Coach
Eric Bradford
Mr. Bradford has been a member of Bridgewire since 2013 and held various board and officer positions since joining. His involvement also includes teaching several Bridgewire and TMCC classes. His professional background is in engineering product development and management for several consumer product companies. Currently he has his own consulting company, American Bradford LLC to design and develop product solutions as well as artistic creations. You can often find Eric working on personal projects or helping other at Bridgewire.
Mentor
Jeremy Miller
I'm a Software Engineer with 12 years of experience in the Slot Gaming industry, mainly working in C++ and C# with a focus on Unity for the past 9 years. I’ve also taught Robotics and Game Programming workshops at DigiPen University.
Currently, I teach Bridgewire’s CO2 Laser class and help lead the Woodshop Special Interest Group. When I’m not coding or teaching, you’ll probably find me playing board games or painting miniatures.
Mentor
David Baird
I worked almost 30 years as a mechanic in industrial packing machinery and building utilities. During that time I was enlisted in the Navy as a aviation mechanic. I was also in the National Guard and Army reserve for sixteen years. I was a Law enforcement officer in Kansas for about nine years. We moved to Nevada in 2010 to be closer to our children and grandchildren. I am currently a member of Carson City Sheriff and the 39's Aero Squadron and a board member of the Carson City chapter of Experimental Aircraft Association EAA 403. I have been a mentor or coach of other First Robotics Teams starting with my son and the 39's team when he was in high school.