KANSAS CITY, Mo. – May 28, 2026 – Make48, the nation’s premier collaborative innovation and rapid-prototyping competition, today officially announced the upcoming television broadcast of its Season 9 National Championship. The tournament series will premiere nationwide on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 8:00 PM CST on Roku’s This Old House Makers Channel (Channel 458), bringing unscripted STEM excellence and maker culture to millions of households. Following a highly competitive

Kansas City, MO (May 28, 2026) – Walking into a Make48 competition is like stepping into a high-speed class in innovation. For Chris Brashar, a veteran with 18 years of experience at Trimble, the Wichita-GoCreate event was his first time witnessing the “48-hour rush” from the inside. With a background in industrial design, Chris has spent nearly two decades bridging the gap between art and engineering. But as a first-time ‘Tool Tech’, he found that the true magic of the comp

Kansas City, MO (May 2026) – Early next week, a completely unique kind of competition will take place on a massive national stage. Make48 is headed to the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC) at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. From June 2–5, 2026, five incredible teams will compete in a fast-paced invention challenge, all while a documentary film crew captures every single moment. To learn more about the event layout and schedule, v

Kansas City, MO (May 18, 2026) – The Wichita GoCreate event this past March was a milestone for the Make48 team. Beyond the incredible prototypes, it marked the debut of our new Season 10 sponsors from Trimble SketchUp, including Tori Hasson. Originally from New Brunswick, Canada, and now based in Boulder, Colorado, Tori’s path to the Tool Tech table has been a journey. With a degree in civil engineering, a minor in English, and a professional background in construction pro

Last week, Make48 highlighted the powerhouse Georgia teams preparing to defend their home turf. But the competition in Atlanta this June isn't just a local affair. Making the journey from the Midwest, the Pacific Northwest, and across the ocean from the Hawaiian Islands, three more elite teams are arriving with their eyes on the prize. These teams have earned their place on the national stage, bringing a diverse range of skills and a shared passion for STEAM learning. Whether

The Make48 team is growing, and our newest addition is already hitting the road to bring Make48 to every corner of the Sunflower State. Meet Braeden DeLong, the new Kansas Ambassador. With a background that spans nine states and a career dedicated to youth development, Braeden isn’t just joining a team; he’s continuing a lifelong mission to be a ‘voice for good’ in the lives of students. Braeden DeLong, Make48 Kansas Ambassador A Journey to the Midwest A self-described “milit

Detroit, MI (May 14, 2026) – This past April, the innovative spirit of Make48 made its way to Detroit for a special collaboration with the Wayne State University C2 Pipeline program. As the only licensed Make48 event of the 2026 season, the competition brought a unique energy to the university, focusing on empowering the next generation of makers and problem-solvers. Wayne State University C2 Pipeline students and educators From Friday, April 17th, through Sunday, April 19th,

As the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference descends upon Atlanta, the energy is electric, especially for our local teams. This year, Georgia isn't just the host; it’s a powerhouse of innovation. Two standout teams have emerged from the Make48 curriculum, ready to defend their home turf and show the nation that the "Peach State" is synonymous with "Maker State." Bailey Truett and Lily Hunt will represent Colquitt County High School The "Nails for Breakfast" Crew

When we first launched the City Series back in 2021, there was a buzz of nervous energy in the air. We were in Wichita, KS, wondering how this new chapter of Make48 would unfold. As it turns out, it was exactly the right move. Since that first event, we’ve traveled to countless cities across the country and met incredible people who truly embody the maker spirit – people like Felipe Lima. The Road to Victory (and Beyond) Felipe first stepped into the Make48 spotlight in 2021

The recent board meeting of the Kansas State Board of Education, hosted at the Kansas State School for the Blind (KSSB), focused on a bigger question than policy alone. It centered on how Kansas continues to create real opportunities for students across the state. Make48 was invited into that conversation to show what that can look like in practice. Instead of slides or theory, the moment belonged to three students. The team, Dream Makers, made up of Vivi Petelin, Sydney Parc