About Us
One mission, three names you'll see around Berwyn, PA
"Blast Robotics" is what we call ourselves on the shop floor. Team 10989 is our official FIRST Robotics Competition registration. And Keystone STEM Alliance is the 501(c)(3) nonprofit that makes it all possible — covering the legal, fundraising, and program-management backbone behind the robots.
Blast Robotics
The team identity — the name on our pit banner, our Instagram handle (@10989blast), and this website.
Team 10989
Our official FIRST registration number and competition record. Rosters, calendar, and results live at team10989.org.
Keystone STEM Alliance
Our 501(c)(3) nonprofit parent, running FRC, FTC, FLL, camps, and mentorship. Donate and partner at keystonestemai.org.
Our Mission
We exist to advance Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics education by building pathways for discovery and growth. Robotics is our vehicle: through FIRST Robotics Competition, students design, build, program, and compete with real robots — while also learning business administration, financial management, technical documentation, presentations, and professional networking. We believe every student deserves access to STEM, regardless of background.
Leadership
Murahari Ponugoti
Executive Director, Keystone STEM Alliance
Leads Keystone STEM Alliance with a focus on inspiring students through innovation and hands-on mentorship.
Swapna TN
Director of Staff Development, Keystone STEM Alliance
Brings 20+ years of IT leadership experience to robotics education and community engagement.
Mentor the next generation of engineers
We need mentors in engineering, programming, business, and design. No robotics background required — just a willingness to teach.
