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FTC 2026–27 BIOBUZZ

Game rules & scoring

block shot

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Blocking a shot is not specifically disallowed by the BIOBUZZ rules.
Rule G407
Q&A 2: Legality of Shot Blockers
However, G407 and G408 require a SCORING ELEMENT to be CONTROLLED for it to count towards the holding limits and potentially be a violation.
Q&A 2: Legality of Shot Blockers
Also, G419 does not restrict contact between ROBOTS but does prevent damage and functional impairment.
Q&A 8: Shot Blocking

Sources
- Q&A 2: Legality of Shot Blockers
- BIOBUZZ Strategy: How to Win Auto, Teleop, and Flowers — 17:35 to 20:08 — Brogan M. Pratt
- Breaking Down BIOBUZZ Strategies | FTC Live | FIRST Tech Challenge — 15:11 to 17:43 — FUN Robotics Network
- Starter Bot Changelog 2025-26 | FTC Kickoff Concepts | REV Robotics Documentation
- Starter Bot Changelog 2026-27 | FTC Kickoff Concepts | REV Robotics Documentation

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