Mike Merlo
Year you started as a mentor: 2011
Sub-teams: Mechanical and Field Teams
What are 2 fun facts about you?
I’m a 41+ year engineer veteran of the auto industry and a 60 year veteran of aerospace he game of ice hockey. I have played goal at the collegiate Div 2 level and continue to play with many levels of player. It’s all about love of competition. Go Adambots!!
Why did you join the AdamBots?
I love designing, fabricating, teaching and enjoying the student success in the many aspects of friendly competition that FIRST promotes and inspires..
What is your favorite memory from robotics?
The teamwork, design, test and development of great teams who compete at Worlds over many of the past 14 years.
Why have you learned from being on the team?
To engage kids in the hands on learning process. Kids who participate and are inspired translates well in other aspects of their lives and prepares them for a productive college and post-graduate career.
Do you have any tips for the current AdamBots?
Don’t be afraid to ask questions… learn something new!
What is special about FIRST?
It’s a well-organized environment to develop all types of skills including good citizenship in the local Rochester community as well as the global community.