Mentorship
Mentors
Guiding, supporting, and challenging us throughout the season.
Stephen Whitfield
Head Coach
Serves as the head coach for seven FTC teams at Orlando Science High School, including Rubber Bandits, providing overarching leadership, structure, and guidance throughout the season. He works closely with teams to discuss design ideas, evaluate mechanical and software approaches, and help students think through effective solutions.
Giovanni Silvestri
Assistant Coach
Supports the team by working alongside the head coach, observing team progress, and providing guidance as needed. He helps reinforce organization, offers feedback during build and planning sessions, and assists teams in staying focused and prepared throughout the season.
Samay Chudasama
Mentor
Samay Chudasama served as the Rubber Bandits’ team captain last season and now mentors the team by sharing his experience and guidance. He regularly supports us at meetings and competitions, helping members improve their engineering, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.