For the first time in school history, the Pella High School robotics team earned the right to move on to sectionals.

The Bionic Dutch continued to move their way up the standings in the tough Des Moines area league. Because of their success in the end-of-season tournament, the Dutch were selected to compete in the elite semifinals match, and along with their alliance teams, moved into the finals following two wins.The Dutch finished second in the Championship tournament and were awarded the Finalist Alliance trophy. The team’s performance earned them the right to compete in the Sectional tournament that will be held on Saturday, Feb. 11th.