Meet Our Team
"We're more than just a robotics team – we're a family of innovators dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible through collaboration, creativity, and relentless pursuit of excellence."

About Our Team
Circuit Breakers (FTC Team 21829) is a FIRST Tech Challenge team from Charlotte, NC. Founded in 2022, we're a passionate group of high school students dedicated to robotics, engineering, programming, and community outreach.
We embody the core values of FIRST: collaboration, innovation, and gracious professionalism. Each team member contributes unique skills that drive our success in competitions and outreach efforts.
Our Team Members
Meet the dedicated students who drive our success in competitions and community impact
Naaga Kartheek Eadara
Programming
Hello, my name is Kartheek Eadara and I am a junior at Ballantyne Ridge High School. I am the lead programmer for Circuit Breakers, specializing in autonomous routines and control systems. With a strong foundation in Java and computer science, I work to optimize our robot's performance through efficient code. Outside of robotics, I enjoy competitive programming and exploring artificial intelligence. My goal is to pursue computer engineering in college.
Rohan Chugh
Programmer
Hello, my name is Rohan Chugh and I am a member of Circuit Breakers. I specialize in programming and software development for our robot. I work on developing efficient code and autonomous routines to optimize our robot's performance during competitions.
Samuel Freeman
Build & Design
Hi my name is Samuel Freeman and in 10th grade. I have been a part of Circuit Breakers for 2 years now and have experience with building and coding the robot. I plan to use my skills to design and build the robot for the new season. My other hobbies are playing soccer and running outside.
Sahan Duvuru
Build
Hello, my name is Sahan Duvuru and this is my 3rd year doing FTC robotics. I am a sophomore in high school and I am learning from FTC everyday. Not just about robotics, but also gracious professionalism. I am part of the build team, contributing to the mechanical construction of our robot. Things I like doing outside of robotics is play football and hang out with my friends. An interesting fact about me is that I love to travel.
Sai Katakota
Build & Design
Hello, my name is Sai Katakota and I am a junior passionate about robotics and technology. I focus on build and design, working on the mechanical construction and CAD design of our robot. With experience in multiple areas, I help develop innovative solutions for complex challenges. Outside of robotics, I enjoy chess and problem-solving activities that sharpen my analytical skills.
Johan Shyam
Marketing/Outreach
Hello, my name is Johan Shyam and I am a junior at Ballantyne Ridge High School. I specialize in marketing and outreach for Circuit Breakers, helping to spread awareness about our team and FIRST robotics. I work on social media, community engagement, and building partnerships. Outside of robotics, I enjoy working on creative projects and staying connected with the community.
Om Patki
Programmer
Hello, my name is Om Patki and I am a sophomore member of Circuit Breakers. I work on programming, contributing to the software development and autonomous routines for our robot. I enjoy the problem-solving aspects of coding and learning new programming techniques. My attention to detail helps ensure our robot operates smoothly during competitions. Outside of robotics, I like exploring new hobbies and spending time with friends and family.
Srithan Vemuganti
Build
Hello, my name is Srithan Vemuganti and I am a sophomore at Ballantyne Ridge High School. This is my third year in FTC robotics, and I am passionate about engineering and design. I work on the build team, where I help create innovative solutions for our robot. Outside of robotics, I enjoy playing sports and exploring new technologies. I believe that through teamwork and dedication, we can achieve great things together.
Tejas Katikala
Build & Design
Hello, my name is Tejas Katikala and I am a STEM student and in 10th grade. I have been a part of the Circuit breakers for 2 years, growing better every year. I have experience designing and coding and hope to use that to push our team to higher standards. This year I will be on the build and design team using my skills to design our new robot. My other hobbies include things like playing outside and tennis. I love seeing my design work in real life and it is something I strive to achieve. One unique thing about me is I can memorize long sequences of numbers.
Sanjay Kanumuri
Outreach/Marketing
Hello, my name is Sanjay Kanumuri and I am a sophomore in Ballantyne Ridge and this is my 3rd year in FTC robotics. And my goal is to not only participate in everyday goals but to learn more about what people in engineering do. Every year I am growing my skills in programming and outreach and hope for the best in the future. Some facts about me is my favorite food is ramen, and I love to go outside most of the time and I also love to play golf. So I hope for the best for our team this year and into the future year of our team.
Yash Patil
Programmer
Hello, my name is Yash Patil and I'm in 10th grade. This is my third year of FTC but I have prior experience with FLL. I like to make videos, play video games during class, and play outside. I am dedicated to this team and hope we go to states this year. I can contribute to Circuit Breakers through programming and outreach events, talking to people about FIRST. I have the goal to spread gracious professionalism. Thank you for reading about me!
Coaches
Our dedicated teacher coaches provide invaluable guidance, sharing their expertise to help us grow as engineers, programmers, and leaders

Alphonse Freeman
Teacher Coach
Alphonse Freeman serves as a teacher coach for Circuit Breakers, providing guidance and support in programming and strategy. He helps guide our team toward robust, reliable software and effective competition strategies.
STEM education & robotics coaching

Pallavi Patil
Teacher Coach
Pallavi Patil serves as a teacher coach for Circuit Breakers, mentoring outreach and operations. She fosters leadership and community engagement across events, helping our team make a positive impact in the community.
Community leadership & program coordination
Ready to Join Our Mission?
We're always looking for passionate students interested in robotics, engineering, programming, and making a positive impact in our community.










