How to deal with unwelcoming Teammates

[Chief Hedgehog]

No matter what team you are a part of (now or in the future) there will be people that just don't get along. This is the reason for teams in FRC - to work together towards a common goal no matter the characters on the team.

The great thing about a well organized FRC team is that there is always a place for everyone. That being said, I have no idea of your team structure or how large your team is. IF it is a large team, it will be easier to separate the warring parties. If it is a small team, place each person on a project that has different objectives.

I would not place two people together that do not care for one another. If you do, you are asking for fireworks that are unnecessary. Rather, place the two parties into different teams or squads so that have little interaction with each other. Hopefully over time the both can see the value in each other for the overall success of the team.

Just note - the larger your team grows you will have to deal with more and more combative personalities. It is paramount that you find a way to confront the issue early and come to some sort of agreement.

Good luck!