UFH: Joe Ross

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[Amanda Morrison]

Congratulations to Joe Ross for being honored as our next Unsung FIRST Hero.

[Cory]

Joe, congratulations, it's about time you've been honored.

You and Kristina have to go down as the two FIRSTer's from CA that I *STILL* haven't met. I met your dad last year, maybe we'll meet this year :)

[russell]

Congratulations! I dont really know you, but you are definetly one of the people whose advice I am sure to take note of, and whose posts I always take the time to read.

[Bill Gold]

Congrats Joe. You were one of the first people I talked to and eventually met in FIRST outside of my own team. I have enjoyed talking with you all those times late at night, at competitions, and having you and Amy over at the house for Cal Games in the fall of 2002. You're an awesome person, and your resume speaks for itself. I'm looking forward to seeing you again in a couple days at the Sacramento Regional. Take care, and take it easy.

-Bill

PS - It made me feel great to see that Sea Dawgs' shirt in that picture. Those were some good days. Thanks for bringing back those memories with just the picture :).

[Courtneyteam330]

Yeah! Congrats Joe! Thanks sooooo much for coming back and mentoring our team this year! We are very lucky to have you! :D

[Karthik]

Congrats Joe!

I always had a great deal respect for all your FIRST knowledge. You always have the right answers for all types of technical questions, mechanical, electrical and programming. As well, you're a walking reference when it comes to FIRST history.

A well deserved honour for someone who's an asset to our entire community.

[Wetzel]

Well done Joe. You've worked hard, and the results speak for themselves.

You've at least inspired me.


Wetzel

[DCA Fan]

Hey Joe, congrats! Your wealth of FIRST history and knowledge absolutely amazes me.

[Travis Covington]

Finally! Your time has come. You definitely deserve this recognition. You have brought alot of good things to FIRST, and hopefully will have alot more to give.

Wearing a seadawgs t-shirt too, classic!

[Dorienne]

Yay Joe Ross! I was wondering when you'd get this honor...congratulations!! You've earned it. =)

[Mike Schroeder]

Congrats Joe, i have only gotten to talk to you a few times, but you are definatly a intergal part of FIRST

[FotoPlasma]

You deserve this so much, dude. I'm very glad to know you, much less be friends with you. Truly one of the finest examples of a FIRSTer, and a great guy.

I remember sitting in my team's pit at Nationals in 2002, furiously reprogramming the robot while listening to some music, being tapped on the shoulder by our lead mentor, and seeing you standing there. I was so sorry I couldn't talk. I wanted so much just to hang out for a bit. But over the years, we've had a few occasions to hang out, so I can't complain too much.

:)

[Ian W.]

Woo, congrats Joe. Definitely deserve the honor, you've pretty much helped me at every event I've seen you at, although there was that one time your team scratched up my robot right across our nice logo...

And Cory, I wonder if it's odd that I've met Joe, um, a bunch of times (I lost count), and you've never met him?

[Brandon Martus]

Congrats Joe. You've helped out around FIRST and these forums tremendously. Thank you.

[Al Skierkiewicz]

Congratulations!
It has been a pleasure to have a dialog with you from time to time and to see your posts here on CD. I am glad that UFH allows us the opportunity to recognize those who really work at making FIRST better. Good luck in all you do.

[jzampier]

We Love you Joe!

PS: Are you coming to Finger Lakes? There was a rumor... and I need your new cell #.

[Josh Hambright]

Congrats Joe,
Thank you for sharing so much with all of us over the years, Your wisdom, love, and understanding of FIRST have been a great resource and inspiration. You've answered questions i've had and your ability to look at a situation and come up with a good solution has been a tremendous help.

Rock on sir!

[Katie Reynolds]

Way to go, Joe!!!

You are most definitely deserving of this honor! No way someone will miss you at a competition now!! :o

Congrats!! :D

[Bharat Nain]

Congratulations Joe. I've never met you or talked to you but your posts on these forums have definitely helped me and many others. You've earned this honor.
-Bharat

[tiffany34990]

CONGRADS!! Thank you for all that you do!!

[Matt Leese]

Joe, it was always a question of when, not if.

Matt

[shyra1353]

Congratulations Joe .. I have never had the pleasure of meeting you, but I hope I do soon. Shyra

[Koko Ed]

A true FIRST success story. From student to influential college mentor now a mentor on his original team. Joe is truly what FIRST is all about.
Congrats.

[Alex Cormier]

Congrats all the way Joe!

[Christina]

Congrats Joseph! This is a moment (one of many) I am very proud to call you my best friend. <3 You sure do deserve it!

[The Lucas]

Congrats Joe!

It has been a pleasure to know someone as dedicated as you. Hope to see you in Atlanta again this year.

[Joe Ross]

Thank you all for the kind words!

[dlavery]

I just heard that Joe will be the last UFH, and after this nomination the UFH program will be cancelled. Is there a cause-and-effect relationship (http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=15118) here?

-dave

p.s. congratulations Joe! :)

[A. Leese]

Congrats, Joe! I'm sorry that I didn't say congrats to you in person last weekend. You were one of my first friends in FIRST and I'll always charish our friendship. I look forward to being able to hang out with you more once I move to the LA area!