2008 Connecticut Regional

[JohnBoucher]

237 is in the house

[KathieK]

I'll be there, I'm sure! :)

[Greg Marra]

Over 70 seats? That makes the Connecticut Regional an unusually large event...

[Mike Betts]

As soon as I get specifics from Mike Sperber, our committee chair, I'll be posting specifics at this site: http://www.ctfirst.org/frc_events/index.html

[Andy Grady]

Over 70 seats? That makes the Connecticut Regional an unusually large event...

Yes...what a suspiscious finding we have there. ;)

Note to all the teams in New England, and especially to those teams beyond...you might want to sign the little name on the dotted line.

[artdutra04]

Over 70 seats? That makes the Connecticut Regional an unusually large event......Especially considering that from the regional stats here (http://www.usfirst.org/whatsgoingon.aspx), it looks like the UTC Connecticut Regional is the largest and [possibly] only Super-Regional of the 2008 FRC Season.

[Uberbots]

funny, aquaman, funny.

I cant wait for this years game... I'm so excited to build the robot! (and get yelled at when it doesn't work)

wow 70 teams? thats quite the show.

[Ericgehrken]

This is going to be one big event! I can hardly wait.

[MWTrek]

Aces High, 176, will be there, assuming we don't get snowed in.

[KathieK]

assuming we don't get snowed in. :eek:

[Jon236]

The Ticks (236) will be there, even if we need to bring snowshoes!

Hoping to see all of you at the BASH on Oct 13th!

[Tom Bottiglieri]

I'm not really sure why messages are being deleted in this thread. If the RPC wanted to keep whatever is being discussed a secret, they should have been better secret keepers.

[Elgin Clock]

I'm not really sure why messages are being deleted in this thread. If the RPC wanted to keep whatever is being discussed a secret, they should have been better secret keepers.

A) It had nothing to do with the RPC or the regional itself. (Regional Planning Commitee I'm assuming btw.)

B) It was rumors about a water game in a thread meant to discuss the regional itself, and the speculation about a 70 team regional.

3) The newly registered person "Aquaman101" was pretending to be someone from Team 25 who well known actual Team 25 members (Bharat & someone else) disregarded as being on their team.

4) It was spam in the wrong place. (Duplicated in 2 threads across CD by the same username)

5) The message was reported, and thus removed.


Moving on... :rolleyes:

[smurfgirl]

Over 70 seats? That makes the Connecticut Regional an unusually large event...

Last year there were 70 available spots, but only 49 registered teams. Maybe it will be a similar outcome this year.

And by the way- 1124 is going to be at the Connecticut Regional. I'm already counting down the days.

[smurfgirl]

A) It had nothing to do with the RPC or the regional itself. (Regional Planning Commitee I'm assuming btw.)

B) It was rumors about a water game in a thread meant to discuss the regional itself, and the speculation about a 70 team regional.

3) The newly registered person "Aquaman101" was pretending to be someone from Team 25 who well known actual Team 25 members (Bharat & someone else) disregarded as being on their team.

4) It was spam in the wrong place. (Duplicated in 2 threads across CD by the same username)

5) The message was reported, and thus removed.


Moving on... :rolleyes:


I just noticed that you switched from letters to numbers in your list. Was that intentional? (-:

[Greg Marra]

And by the way- 1124 is going to be at the Connecticut Regional. I'm already counting down the days.

I agree (http://thebluealliance.net/tbatv/event.php?eventid=150)

;)

[dsmoker]

Maybe we're nuts, as we still are desperately searching for mentors (found one new one so far), but #558 is registered. See you all there, and at the Bash in a few weeks, too.:yikes:

[steve0o]

I heard from an anonymous source that there was going to be two fields this year. Not sure if that was supposed to be a secret of if everyone knew that already but that's what i heard.?

[Elgin Clock]

I just noticed that you switched from letters to numbers in your list. Was that intentional? (-:

Maybe.. lol No.. I just took a while to write that and wasn't paying attention that much to the format. Oops. :o


I heard from an anonymous source that there was going to be two fields this year. Not sure if that was supposed to be a secret of if everyone knew that already but that's what i heard.?

With a 70 team capacity, it seems like it would be considered a "super-regional" (such as GTR has been in the past), thus it may have 2 fields, but that's all just a guess at this point till an official announcement is made, but I wouldn't be surprised.
At this point though, it looks like the newly named CT Regional is going to be pretty busy this year no matter what. :)

[waialua359]

We are definitely looking at attending. Seen many of these teams signed up last year at the NJ regional.:D

[AcesPease]

We are definitely looking at attending. Seen many of these teams signed up last year at the NJ regional.:D

You would make a great addition to the field!!

[smurfgirl]

I heard from an anonymous source that there was going to be two fields this year. Not sure if that was supposed to be a secret of if everyone knew that already but that's what i heard.?

I'm guessing it depends on if all 70 spots are filled. With the 49/70 last year there was only one field, but I'm assuming more teams will be at the regional this year, what with the rookie teams and all. It would be a new experience to have two fields at the CT Regional, that's for sure.

[Greg Marra]

At this point though, it looks like the newly named CT Regional is going to be pretty busy this year no matter what. :)

The name changed several times before the event last season.

[skimoose]

Team 228 will be back again. :)

If.... there is a super regional.

The good news:
Welcome to many new teams that have never attended a New England event!
Get ready for some good 'ol New England D.

The bad news:
Not getting to compete against ALL of our friends from years past.
I can't imagine having to split up all this wicked talent into two fields! :ahh:

[waialua359]

You would make a great addition to the field!!
its an honor to get a nice compliment from your successful team.
When I get back to school from Japan :D :D next week, I will definitely bring it up with our team. We are looking for a week 1 or week 3 regional to go with our VCU choice from week 2. We actually competed against one of the connecticut teams in an electric vehicle competition in New Hampshire last year called Farmington High School, I think.

[KathieK]

Farmington (CT) High School is home to FRC 178 and they are registered to attend!

[JamesBrown]

To the best of my knowledge both Team 20 and 1493 will be heading down from New yorks capital region, hopefully with pleanty of college mentors since the regional falls on RPI's spring break.

[FISHER 237]

Aces High, 176, will be there, assuming we don't get snowed in.
lol that happened to us last year
http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/showthread.php?t=55881&highlight=237+UTC

[ScoutingNerd175]

Syracuse's spring break is that week again this year, so I expect to be there rain or... snow. And UCONN's Spring break is that weekend this year, too. So some other former Buzz team members may join me.

[JamesBrown]

Alright, as the team list grows things just keep looking better for the 2008 CT Regional.

Notable Teams:
126- 2007 Boston Regional Chairmans Award Winners anf Regional Champions
175- 2007 GSR Champions
176- 2007 GTR Champions and 2007 CT Regional Finalists
177- 2007 Newton Division Champions and 2007 Championship Winners
178- 2006 and 2007 CT Regional and 2007 Championship Engineering Inspiration Winners
181- 2007 Philadelphia Regional Champions
195- 2007 Connecticut Regional Champions and 2006 Championship Finalists
236- 2004,2005,2006,2007 Connecticut Regional Chairmans Award Winners
358- 2007 Long Island Regional Finalists
558- 2007 Connecticut Regional Champions
1124- 2007 Connecticut Regional Champions and 2007 Championship Division Finalists
1155- 2007 NYC Regional Chairmans Award Winner and 2007 NJ Regional Finalist
2067- 2007 Connecticut Regional Rookie All Stars
2104- 2007 CT Regional Finalists
2265- 2007 NY Regional Rookie All Stars
2274- 2007 NY Regional Champions

All of the 2007 Alliance Captains are returning for the 2008 Regional.

Also something I found interesting all of the Rookie All Star winners from 2002-2007 are competing at the '08 Regional, this is pretty clear evidence of home grown talent ate UTC

I know that prior success doesn't mean a whole lot but with the number of returning award winners it sure will be interesting.

[Peter Matteson]

236- 2004,2005,2006,2007 Connecticut Regional Chairmans Award Winners

It seems like you're missing a couple years here. I swear they've won more Chairman's than that.

[Mark McLeod]

It seems like you're missing a couple years here. I swear they've won more Chairman's than that.
2003 Chairman's at the Manchester Regional as well. The one's listed were just the CT Chairman's wins.

P.S. I was there when they won at Manchester beginning their streak. Our pit backed on theirs. They appeared to be really happy.:)

[JamesBrown]

2003 Chairman's at the Manchester Regional as well. The one's listed were just the CT Chairman's wins.

Correct, amazing how they continue that streak at a regional with so many old, competitive teams.

As a note I just heard today that Team 20 is registered for FLR, not the Connecticut regional.

[Simon Strauss]

Teams 1155 and 2265 are looking forward to being there.




team 1493, expect some of us to be chilling at your pit a lot, a large portion of the team is hoping to go to RPI next year.


-Simon

[jwfoss]

i'll be there, cheering on my old team, and the other teams at my home regional. Its just to bad 229 cant come along...

[JamesBrown]

team 1493, expect some of us to be chilling at your pit a lot, a large portion of the team is hoping to go to RPI next year.


-Simon

We would love to have you guys stop by. If any one on your team (or any team for that matter) decides to come up to see the school send me a pm, if we can work out a time when I don't have class I would be willing to meet up with you, answer questions, and show you where we work.

James

[Nevets Amstier]

I'll definetly being there cheering for 177! :D

[Scott Carpman]

Just wondering:

What hotels are you looking at?
Also, anybody interested in going to see the Wolfpack game on 3/14?

[MChapman]

Assuming i'm not stuck in PA with snow i will def make it home to see my old team! ;)

[Hunter Levesque]

I'll definetly being there cheering for 177! :D
Same here!

[smurfgirl]

Alright, as the team list grows things just keep looking better for the 2008 CT Regional.

Notable Teams:
126- 2007 Boston Regional Chairmans Award Winners anf Regional Champions
175- 2007 GSR Champions
176- 2007 GTR Champions and 2007 CT Regional Finalists
177- 2007 Newton Division Champions and 2007 Championship Winners
178- 2006 and 2007 CT Regional and 2007 Championship Engineering Inspiration Winners
181- 2007 Philadelphia Regional Champions
195- 2007 Connecticut Regional Champions and 2006 Championship Finalists
236- 2004,2005,2006,2007 Connecticut Regional Chairmans Award Winners
358- 2007 Long Island Regional Finalists
558- 2007 Connecticut Regional Champions
1124- 2007 Connecticut Regional Champions and 2007 Championship Division Finalists
1155- 2007 NYC Regional Chairmans Award Winner and 2007 NJ Regional Finalist
2067- 2007 Connecticut Regional Rookie All Stars
2104- 2007 CT Regional Finalists
2265- 2007 NY Regional Rookie All Stars
2274- 2007 NY Regional Champions

All of the 2007 Alliance Captains are returning for the 2008 Regional.

Also something I found interesting all of the Rookie All Star winners from 2002-2007 are competing at the '08 Regional, this is pretty clear evidence of home grown talent ate UTC

I know that prior success doesn't mean a whole lot but with the number of returning award winners it sure will be interesting.

That's a pretty interesting list. I wonder how things will turn out this year.

[smurfgirl]

Just wondering:

What hotels are you looking at?
Also, anybody interested in going to see the Wolfpack game on 3/14?

My team is only a 20 minute drive away, so we're not staying over.

But last year, on Friday night, my family decided to stay at the hotel because they were afraid they'd get stuck on the mountain in the snow (there are always accidents on Avon Mountain when it snows, and that storm last year was pretty bad). They stayed at The Hartford Marriott Downtown, which is connected to the CT Convention Center. Here's the hotel's website, if you're interested: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bdldt-hartford-marriott-downtown/.

[Andy Grady]

WAY TO GO BRAZIL!!!

Assuming all the pending teams hold up, only 7 teams and shrinking. C'mon teams, answer the challenge!!!

[BandChick]

Just an FYI, FIRST just sent out an email regarding the "Double Regional" event at Connecticut.
http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/showthread.php?t=59774

[KathieK]

Wow, lots of veterans AND several rookies are coming to Hartford. The venue is great, the volunteer staff is awesome ;) ... what more can you ask for?

[Scott Carpman]

We need more of a midwest presence in Hartford this year. How about it, teams of the Big 10 and Big 12? Care to prove your worth against the mighty Big East (and Brazil :D)

[artdutra04]

Wow, lots of veterans AND several rookies are coming to Hartford. The venue is great, the volunteer staff is awesome ;) ... what more can you ask for?Maybe for Mother Nature to hold off on the snow this year during the Regional? :yikes:

[BandChick]

C'mon, that didn't stop anyone from coming to the event last year, I don't know what you're talking about!

Besides, it's not like we had to stand outside for three hours when the fire alarm went off or anything.

[Jack K.]

After reading this thread, everyone has had excellent reasons for coming to Hartford for the competition. The one reason that I feel you all should come is the wonderful pit admin crew that is there to greet you and make your pit experience the best ever! :D This group of people have many years of experience in the FIRST world and can help you with your pit needs. Oh ya and the best reason to come is ME :ahh: just kidding! Come to Hartford and see us. Don't forget to stop bye and say Hi.
Jack in the Hat

[Mark McLeod]

Besides, it's not like we had to stand outside for three hours when the fire alarm went off or anything.
Not with that nice convention center entrance area to sit in.:rolleyes:
It's great exercise to walk down 20 stories and the snow is invigorating.

[alex1699]

im going to try to help out for part of time

[alex1699]

last year was amazing fun

best thing ever thing was at the hotel (snowed in) 'i got shoes for hands"
you had to be there...

[MWTrek]

As of 19:53 EST
Pending Teams: 18 Open Capacity: 18
Assuming everyone pays, it will be full, and surely FIRST will add the second field.

[Andy Grady]

Its a wonderful thing...

From the looks of it, if the pending teams hold up, we're goin double baby! Way to answer the call teams!

Don't forget, its not only important to have teams at an event like this, its also important to have volunteers. Sign right on up in VIMS! Get yourself involved and see history in the making!

Now lets hope the snow/hail holds off this year. :p

[galewind]

whats unfortunate is that, as I understand it, the hartford mariott downtown is fully booked already largely due to other conferences in the area. We're trying to make alternate arrangements within the vicinity.

[Simon Strauss]

Based on past years does anyone know if we can expect a suitable internet connection at the event? The RPI decision notification comes out march 14th and I dont want to have to wait to get back to the hotel to find out if im in.

[Mike Betts]

Based on past years does anyone know if we can expect a suitable internet connection at the event? ...

Based on previous years: No.

[Michael Sperber]

Based on past years does anyone know if we can expect a suitable internet connection at the event?

Based on previous years: No.

Mike is correct... At this time I would not plan on having an internet connection. We are working with the venue to see what we can arrange, but I cannot make any promises right now.

-mike

[flightofone]

Last year I was able to pickup a free wifi connection outside the hall doors toward the left, as well as in the lobby of the connected hotel - and I think also at the Starbucks in-between.

[skimoose]

Its a wonderful thing...

Now lets hope the snow/hail holds off this year. :p

Andy, Andy, Andy...
It just wouldn't be a wicked good New England FIRST event without snow! ;)

[skimoose]

whats unfortunate is that, as I understand it, the hartford mariott downtown is fully booked already largely due to other conferences in the area. We're trying to make alternate arrangements within the vicinity.

There are plenty of good hotels within a twenty minute drive. You'll just need tranportation. Check the Manchester area to the East of Hartford, North towards the Windsor/ Windor Locks area, West the Farmington/West Hartford area, and South the Cromwell area.

The great thing about living in New England.... everything is a twenty minute drive!

[AcesPease]

There are plenty of good hotels within a twenty minute drive. You'll just need tranportation. Check the Manchester area to the East of Hartford, North towards the Windsor/ Windor Locks area, West the Farmington/West Hartford area, and South the Cromwell area.

The great thing about living in New England.... everything is a twenty minute drive!

I never go anywhere that is more than 20 min away ;)

[Scott Carpman]

Still no final word about the double regional....I'm beginngin to doubt it will happen more and more.

[AcesPease]

Still no final word about the double regional....I'm beginngin to doubt it will happen more and more.

The Event website sounds sure that we will have "Double the Regional…Double the Fun". There are 61 confirmed teams and 6 more pending, that's too many for the kind of bleachers available inside the convention center.

[Elgin Clock]

At this point I'm sure the Regional Planning Commitee realizes these facts as well.

67 is too many teams for one regional with space issues..

But 33 would pose 2 very small regionals...

I believe we have the RPC stuck between what is called "a rock & a hard place" at this moment. :eek:


BUT with that said, I have confidence the RPC will come up with a very good solution, and even though it may be something different than previous years, no matter what that difference may be, I also have confidence that all the great teams I see on the list who are signed up will pull together and make this a fantastic regional however it unfolds! :)


As for me, I'm going to worry about building a robot, building a team, and more relevant things for the next 6 weeks in my eyes and wait until we get an official word from the CT RPC & until then wish them the best of luck in whatever they decide to do! :)

[Heretic121]

i cant wait for this regional even just as a spectator... there will never be a dull minute and there never is at the CTR... oh and i will be watching you... all of you and your little robots too for nationals =X

[BobC]

I never go anywhere that is more than 20 min away ;)

Thats because the wind up car you drive will not go that far!!:yikes: :yikes:

[Flanamana]

During the Regional my team, the Dragons, is hosting a social on the Friday after the Qualifying rounds. Attached is the "Save the Date" flyer that we're putting out, and in the near future we'll put out the official flyer with more detailed information.

[Flanamana]

Also does anyone know when the pits close on Friday?

[AcesPease]

Also does anyone know when the pits close on Friday?

I believe Friday is usually 6:00 PM

[Palbot]

I just noticed that you switched from letters to numbers in your list. Was that intentional? (-:

It was late at night for Elgin and he could not remember where he started. We can excuse him because of his wisdom.:yikes:

[Palbot]

Still no final word about the double regional....I'm beginngin to doubt it will happen more and more.

You need to get friends, neighbors and relatives to volunteer so that maybe two regionals will be a reality!!!

[Rosiebotboss]

You need to get friends, neighbors and relatives to volunteer so that maybe two regionals will be a reality!!!

There is a final word and it is a single.:(

[cobrawanabe1699]

Team 1665 will be there, and I will show up to help them. My team decided to go to Boston rather than Hartford.

[KathieK]

Thinking about attending college or vocational training after high school? Make sure you visit the College Fair being sponsored by the FRC CT Regional on Friday, March 14.

[Rosiebotboss]

Thinking about attending college or vocational training after high school? Make sure you visit the College Fair being sponsored by the FRC CT Regional on Friday, March 14.

Can you post more details? What schools are coming?

[Flanamana]

Just curious, who would plan on attending our event that Friday?

[KathieK]

Can you post more details? What schools are coming?The list of colleges, universities and vocational schools participating in the College Fair will be posted on the FRC CT regional website as the date draws closer - www.ctfirst.org/frc_events

[KathieK]

The Connecticut College Fair (tentative) list has been posted at: http://www.ctfirst.org/frc_events/2008_collegefair.html

Please tell your parents, students, mentors, guidance counselors to attend the fair! We've brought these colleges in just for YOU to make it easy for you to ask questions, etc. They are interested in learning about FIRST and about YOU - so please make every effort to stop by the fair!

[Scott358]

Hi All,

358 from Hauppauge NY is looking forward to attending again! We're in much better shape this year as the robot was actually mechanically/electrically complete prior to shipment!!

I know with all the teams this is asking a bit much, but...
Does anyone know if there will be a practice field (or at least 1/4 practice field) that allows for hybrid mode - overpass work?


Thanks in advance.

[Tom Bottiglieri]

I've just seen some 'secret' videos of the teams coming to this regional.

177 is absolutely. positively. ridiculous.
Be afraid.
Be very afraid.

That is all for now.

[Uberbots]

I've just seen some 'secret' videos of the teams coming to this regional.

177 is absolutely. positively. ridiculous.
Be afraid.
Be very afraid.

That is all for now.

like they were in 2006? yikes...
i cant wait for the regional (=

[Parth Oza]

Team Mercury 1089 will be there ready to compete!!!

[AcesPease]

Team Mercury 1089 will be there ready to compete!!!

Looks like you are having a good weekend at the NJ regional. Look forward to seeing you in Hartford!!

[Parth Oza]

Yea, things are working really well for us so far. We are 4-1 and hope to continue the streak. See you all at the Hartford Regional!!!

[jfc358]

Any predictions on CTR? This thread has been real quiet lately.

[Scott Carpman]

Any predictions on CTR? This thread has been real quiet lately.

I have a few predictions:

The high score will be 130ish.
The finals will be decided by 10 points or less each match.
Shooters will dominate.

[artdutra04]

I have a few predictions:

The high score will be 130ish.
The finals will be decided by 10 points or less each match.
Shooters will dominate.I agree with the first prediction, but disagree with the second two.

After watching the BAE (Granite State Regional) semifinals and finals, I'm guessing most elimination scores at CTR will range between 50 and 120 points before penalties.

And when it comes to shooters vs arms vs herders, effective and consistent robots will dominate. That depends as much on their method of trackball acquisition and driver skill, as the mechanism used to make the trackball score.

[smurfgirl]

Any news on if it's a double regional or not? I haven't heard anything definitive.

[Peter Matteson]

Any news on if it's a double regional or not? I haven't heard anything definitive.

It's not. I thought this was announced officially.

[Mark McLeod]

It was, in a FIRST Email Blast

Be seein' you guys real soon now :yikes:

[AcesPease]

We have over 80 people on our "roster":yikes: I hope there will be lots of room in the stands.

[smurfgirl]

It was, in a FIRST Email Blast

Be seein' you guys real soon now :yikes:

Thanks for pointing me to the exact update, and thanks to everyone else who clued me in. I guess I missed that update, even with the searching around I've done.

[KathieK]

Please check out the updated info that we've posted within the last week or so at the event website: www.ctfirst.org/frc_events - Welcome Packet page. Pay special attention to the load-in instructions!

See you all next week!

[Tom Bottiglieri]

We have over 80 people on our "roster":yikes: I hope there will be lots of room in the stands.
We are bringing about 70 ourselves.

[Mark McLeod]

Pay special attention to the load-in instructions!


It sounds like our heavy stuff, such as the robot cart and tools, need to come in the loading dock.

We have a problem being from out of town and without personal vehicles to drive around the complex and up that long ramp to the loading dock area.

Any local teams with a pickup truck able to help us get our stuff around back?

[KathieK]

It sounds like our heavy stuff, such as the robot cart and tools, need to come in the loading dock.

We have a problem being from out of town and without personal vehicles to drive around the complex and up that long ramp to the loading dock area.

Any local teams with a pickup truck able to help us get our stuff around back?

The venue has always had this policy. All heavy things come through the loading dock area. NOT through the escalators, please! Note ONE pass and ONE vehicle per team - and lots of teams all arriving at the same time. Gracious Professionalism will certainly come into play this week! :)

[Mark McLeod]

I remember the first year was a surprise to everyone, but we talked facility management into letting us take a coach bus up and around.
This year we may have to do without a cart, bring in one screwdriver at a time. :)

Friday we'll have some personal cars as people come after work. Can we get a loading pass for Friday?
And is it one time through the gate only, or are multiple trips allowed?

[Elgin Clock]

:yikes: I hope there will be lots of room in the stands.

This seems to be a real valid concern this year.

I was recruited to help set up the field Wednesday evening, and I also plan on seeing what the seating layout is going to be.

If I get approval from the powers that be from the Regional Planning Committee, (which I'm sure won't be a problem) I'll upload and post a picture or a few pics of the venue and the seating arrangements on Wednesday night when I get back home so everyone knows what to expect when they get there on Thursday morning.

In any case, remember your GP when dealing with seating this year folks as I'm sure it'll be a little crowded whatever the arrangement may be!

Until Wednesday night... Stay tuned! :)

[AcesPease]

I remember the first year was a surprise to everyone, but we talked facility management into letting us take a coach bus up and around.
This year we may have to do without a cart, bring in one screwdriver at a time. :)

Friday we'll have some personal cars as people come after work. Can we get a loading pass for Friday?
And is it one time through the gate only, or are multiple trips allowed?

Mark, does your cart or tool box weigh more than 200lbs? There is an elevator for handicapped access. Moderate sized tool boxes and carts should be able to load that way.

[Mark McLeod]

Mark, does your cart or tool box weigh more than 200lbs? There is an elevator for handicapped access. Moderate sized tool boxes and carts should be able to load that way.

Nothing is extra heavy or oversized. The heaviest thing is the 80 lbs of batteries and the cart (a hand truck with a small wooden superstructure) probably weighs 50 lbs.
We have to decide about bringing or not bringing a portable drill press.

We're packing tomorrow night and instead of organizing we'll probably disorganize and distribute tools and materials among the students to hand carry into the building.
I imagine some tools and spare parts will remain lost for the entire trip. :)

But I'd think the policing at the door will be to reject any cart or hand truck and send them around back. I think the Convention Center management was stressed out by how much stuff we all wheeled through the doors that first year. The rule is wishy-washy on the restrictions and leaves it up to the personal discretion of whoever happens to be at the door Thursday morning. --Wishy-washy to an engineer who wants to see a spec. for under 200 lbs and under 38" x 28" x 5' in size. :)

I'd prefer to know ahead of time to leave the cart at the hotel, and the drill press at home. There are always surprises, and having to be in three places at once handling them all is the stressful part.

[Michael Sperber]

But I'd think the policing at the door will be to reject any cart or hand truck and send them around back. I think the Convention Center management was stressed out by how much stuff we all wheeled through the doors that first year. The rule is wishy-washy on the restrictions and leaves it up to the personal discretion of whoever happens to be at the door Thursday morning. --Wishy-washy to an engineer who wants to see a spec. for under 200 lbs and under 38" x 28" x 5' in size. :)

We understand that the restriction is a little vague, and to be honest, that was done intentionally. Putting a true specification together to address every type of cart, wheel, and method of moving supplies, would be nearly impossible. The basic concern is that as guests at the Convention Center, we do not do any damage to the venue. (Any damage that is done, will have to be paid for by the Regional.)

[Mark McLeod]

Let me rephrase this, since final determination can obviously only be made when you see what it is I actually bring (we'll leave the Ben Hur chariot cart with the spiked wheels at home this time, I promise).

Am I likely to be allowed to bring something in if one person can carry it in instead of wheeling it, and it isn't as bulky as a trackball? I promise to take the stairs rather than the escalator too.

I imagine part of the venue damage problem is carts that are piled high and heavy with boxes, long poles, really bulky items that could knock people off the escalator, crates, anything that could potentially damage the carpet, doors, walls, or poke someone's eye out.

[Simon Strauss]

Can someone direct me to where i can find these regulations about transportation of equipment to the CT regional.


Thanks
-Simon

[AcesPease]

Can someone direct me to where i can find these regulations about transportation of equipment to the CT regional.


Thanks
-Simon

Ct Regional Information can be found here (http://www.ctfirst.org/frc_events/2008_CRC_welcome_packet.html)

[Michael Sperber]

Let me rephrase this, since final determination can obviously only be made when you see what it is I actually bring (we'll leave the Ben Hur chariot cart with the spiked wheels at home this time, I promise).

Thank you... :)

Am I likely to be allowed to bring something in if one person can carry it in instead of wheeling it, and it isn't as bulky as a trackball? I promise to take the stairs rather than the escalator too.

I imagine part of the venue damage problem is carts that are piled high and heavy with boxes, long poles, really bulky items that could knock people off the escalator, crates, anything that could potentially damage the carpet, doors, walls, or poke someone's eye out.

You are correct... Hand carry items should be allowed in through the lobby. The primary concern is damage caused by cart wheels.

[Uberbots]

just 3 days left? whos excited?!

[smurfgirl]

just 3 days left? whos excited?!

Me me me! I really can't wait to see what everyone has created.

[Manoel]

just 3 days left? whos excited?!

We're leaving tomorrow! ;)

[AcesPease]

We're leaving tomorrow! ;)

Looks like we have some good weather for your trip, unless you were hoping for snow :)

[smurfgirl]

Looks like we have some good weather for your trip, unless you were hoping for snow :)

Who would want snow after that disaster last year? First our school tried to make us come home from the regional at 10:45 am, then our bus almost didn't make it back to our school alive Friday night. Although, we got to stay and we did get home safely, so I guess it all worked out in the end. All's well that ends well.

[Elgin Clock]

No snow for the Connecticut Regional?? :ahh:

I'll believe it when I see it.

[Manoel]

Looks like we have some good weather for your trip, unless you were hoping for snow :)

Well, a lil' snow wouldn't hurt... ;)

Temperatures up there at this time of year aren't very different from what we get down here in the winter, so the snow would be a plus.

If you people from Connecticut can't get us snow, maybe the fine people of Central Valley, NY can spare some on the first day of our trip! :D

[ScoutingNerd175]

Well, a lil' snow wouldn't hurt... ;)

Sorry, but I'd like to leave all the snow in Syracuse while I'm on spring break. I can't wait for Thursday.

[KathieK]

Snow *showers* predicted for Wednesday so our Brazilian friends can see some flakes while they are here. But WARMING UP for the weekend! Yeah!

I think FIRST competitions have seen enough snow delays in the last three weeks!

[AcesPease]

Snow *showers* predicted for Wednesday so our Brazilian friends can see some flakes while they are here. But WARMING UP for the weekend! Yeah!

I think FIRST competitions have seen enough snow delays in the last three weeks!

Me Too :)

There should still be snow in the mountains in Vermont.

[KathieK]

Greater Hartford’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade begins at 11am on Saturday, March 15, at Capitol Avenue near the State Capitol Building, takes a left onto Main Street, a left onto Asylum Street, a left onto Ford Street, and ends by the Memorial Arch. The parade will be held rain or shine. Parade watchers may be using the venue's parking garage and streets may be closed so plan accordingly.

[galewind]

I R ready for connecticut!!!

Get it? GET IT??

[dsmoker]

I could live without the snow AND the FIRST flu from last year. My daughter was so sick she actually laid her head down and SLEPT for 3 hours in the middle of Friday's competition. And she missed Saturday altogether (although she did call me a million times to see how we were doing).

[smurfgirl]

I could live without the snow AND the FIRST flu from last year. My daughter was so sick she actually laid her head down and SLEPT for 3 hours in the middle of Friday's competition. And she missed Saturday altogether (although she did call me a million times to see how we were doing).

Half our team woke up sick Saturday morning - someone must have tried to poison our awesome alliance if your team was sick too. Our only driver 1 was vomiting Friday night/Saturday morning - we almost had to get another team to drive our robot for us.

[bedouinrising]

team 772 sabre bytes- the only team from canada at the connecticut regional - see you all at overdrive

[Uberbots]

1 day 9 hours left until the regional!

WHOS READY TO GO INTO OVERDRIVE?!

[galewind]

we're bussing up later today!

[KathieK]

Anyone interested in seeing the new gear being used for FTC next season (http://www.firsttechchallenge.blogspot.com/), please look for me in the lobby area - I will have it with me.

[JohnBoucher]

Will there be a NEMO Meeting at the CT regional?

[AcesPease]

team 772 sabre bytes- the only team from canada at the connecticut regional - see you all at overdrive

Welcome to CT. We'll be going to Toronto next :)

[KathieK]

Will there be a NEMO Meeting at the CT regional?
I normally don't hold them at FRC Regionals due to the time constraints of the mentors there... and the Vol. Coordinator has me booked. :)

[KathieK]

team 772 sabre bytes- the only team from canada at the connecticut regional - see you all at overdrive
Yes, we are very excited to have teams 772 from Canada and 383 from Brazil joining us in Connecticut!

[Levin571]

I'll make sure to be watching the webcast from Paris. Good luck to everyone who will be there!

[smurfgirl]

10 more hours until pits open!!!

[Uberbots]

Its officially the day of the regionals... so good luck to all!

[Ericgehrken]

I can't sleep!

[FIRSTMa2104]

Same problem with the person above me :D

Well goo luck to everyone, we will be there too, (we have to test a terrible amount on new coding we have done) cant wait!!

[smurfgirl]

Same problem with the person above me :D

Well goo luck to everyone, we will be there too, (we have to test a terrible amount on new coding we have done) cant wait!!

I think that problem was pretty much seen across the boards with everyone who's going to be at the regional today.

2 hours until pits open- it's really regional time now!

Good luck everyone, and see you there. Stop by our pit if you need anything- especially flag holders. We brought about 10 extras since we forget them every year.

[Levin571]

Congrats planning committee for getting Governor Jodi Rell to visit the competition!

[Greg Marra]

In Match 11 (http://www.thebluealliance.net/tbatv/match.php?matchid=6473), Team 95 demonstrates the coolest way to displace an opponents trackball from the overpass ever. They literally catapult their ball into the bottom, sending it flying off the field.

[TD78]

what's going on the webcast right now? it's been cutting in and out all morning.

[vVigglEs]

Does anyone know if the web cast is down? I cant connect to a steady feed.

[Greg Marra]

Does anyone know if the web cast is down? I cant connect to a steady feed.

mms://vbrick.wmlivesvc.vitalstreamcdn.com/live_vbrick_vitalstream_com_eurocast0507

Works for me.

[Magnechu]

We're doing well today.
Right now we're in 6th.
We're having a great time so far, we're really excited about tomorrow.
Dean Camen coming was nice, I was surprised to hear that he was in Florida too :O That's quite a trek in one day.

Good luck to everyone tomorrow!

[peace]

Sorry for posting a new thread on the Connecticut Regional, I didn't see this thread yesterday as I didn't look way down the page. Anyhow here are pictures from the first three days of the CT Regional. They are hosted on my FTC teams The Weaver High School Beaver Bots website http://www.beaverbots.com/events.htm but I am supplying direct links here.

Friday's qualification rounds are here along with the visit by Dean and also Gov. Rell, about a thousand pictures in the gallery, use the slideshow function and just let them run until you see yourself or a friend, your friend doesn't have to be human...http://www.beaverbots.com/ct_frc/qualifications/

Thursday's pictures from the first day of practice sessions and other facets of the event.
http://www.beaverbots.com/ct_frc/practices/

Wednesday's pictures from the setup and volunteer prep sessions.
http://www.beaverbots.com/ct_frc/

I will post Saturday's pictures in this post also.

Hope the pictures are worth the effort.
peace

[Corey Balint]

SF1 should be good.
Most likely it will be:

1124 175 716
vs
195 126 173

[Brandon Holley]

SF1 should be good.
Most likely it will be:

1124 175 716
vs
195 126 173

lets go 195/126...

[Brandon Holley]

semifinal 1, absolutely incredible


even with gaelforce out for half the match....what a showing by buzz, uberbots, cybernights and gaelforce

142 for red-42 for blue, blue alliance had 40 points in penalties

[Brandon Holley]

congrats to 1124, 175 and 716!

[Magnechu]

1124 and 175 had amazing robots this year. 1124 did not lose a match throughout the whole tournament, what a showing!

We ended up losing in the semi finals, along with 383 the Brazil team and 549. The Brazil team was an amazing alliance partner and an amazing robot. They used an omni wheel drive system, and they made the wheels themselves! Now THAT'S impressive. 549 was a great defensive bot that almost helped carry us into the finals. Our bot was very solid and we hope to make another good showing in 2 weeks at Long Island.

Congratulations one and all!

[TD78]

The Brazil team was an amazing alliance partner and an amazing robot. They used an omni wheel drive system, and they made the wheels themselves!

I believe those are mecanum wheels. And their robot looked eerily familiar.;)

Even though I just went to watch, I wanted to extend congratulations to the winning alliance of 1124, 175, and 716! And also to 126 for winning EI!

I also thought it was pretty cool that all the coaches on the alliance of 195, 126, and 173 were all former students of their respective teams!:ahh:

See y'all either in Boston or ATL!

[Elgin Clock]

No snow for the Connecticut Regional?? :ahh:

I'll believe it when I see it.

T-Shirt weather for the CT regional.... (even at night?!?!?!?) :ahh:

Well... I guess I'm a believer now.

It made for very nice weather at night after the competition was over in downtown Hartford while strolling out for some dinner.
Horray for no sign of snow this past weekend!

[Flanamana]

I have to agree - great weather for our Fire Ball (the social.)

Last year we had nearly nobody due to the snow but this year we had a turnout of 220+

Hopefully next year we can break 300!

[Iboshi2]

Thank you to all our opponents, and special thanks to team 126 for lending us parts. Teams 1124 and 175 did an incredible job, it was truly an honor to be on your alliance. Thank you so much.

[Andy Grady]

What a weekend!

First off, I just want to thank everyone who made this weekend such a great success for New England FIRST. This truely was a great event and that couldn't have happened without all the great teams and volunteers in attendance.

Congrats to 1124, 175, and 716!

I have to say, 1124 and 175 may be the most dangerous robots I have seen this year. I guess arm bots are just as effective as shooters afterall. Throughout the weekend, nobody was as fast as Buzz at picking up and delivering track balls...all I have to say is watch out, they are a major force this year.

Also congrats to 236 for another Chairmans victory!

Now...its time to get rest!

[Ian Curtis]

What a weekend!

First off, I just want to thank everyone who made this weekend such a great success for New England FIRST. This truely was a great event and that couldn't have happened without all the great teams and volunteers in attendance.

Congrats to 1124, 175, and 716!

I have to say, 1124 and 175 may be the most dangerous robots I have seen this year. I guess arm bots are just as effective as shooters afterall. Throughout the weekend, nobody was as fast as Buzz at picking up and delivering track balls...all I have to say is watch out, they are a major force this year.


I take it Buzz's arm is no longer breaking off their stops? If they've fixed that for good, then they'll make at least division champion.

But 142! 142 IS A LOT OF POINTS! Please put this match on TBA like now, so I can watch it. Please! Or at least a summary to tide me over. :D

[Uberbots]

I take it Buzz's arm is no longer breaking off their stops? If they've fixed that for good, then they'll make at least division champion.

But 142! 142 IS A LOT OF POINTS! Please put this match on TBA like now, so I can watch it. Please! Or at least a summary to tide me over. :D

I dont think that a summary would do it justice... but basically we had a small advantage during autonomous, and just kept scoring after that. trackball after trackball after trackball. It was like a maximum sort of thing- the alliance came together and worked at 100%. 1124 and 175 were able to score freely, while 716 played EXCELLENT defense and kept the other alliance from scoring while also keeping them out of our faces. it was perfect.

you will have to wait until the video gets blue-allianced before seeing it (=

[AcesPease]

Congrats to 1124 (three peat), 175, and 716 for putting together an amazing and unstoppable alliance!!

And to the Ticks for getting Chairman's, some of us really hope you can get the Championship one ;)

See you at Championships!!

[SGK]

Thanks to Teams 1124 and 716 and all of the other 59 teams there for making BUZZ's return to the CT Regional a truly memorable OVERDRIVE experience. We've been away (@Chesapeake) for a couple years and it is always good to return to the "Home Zone".

[Uberbots]

Thanks to Teams 1124 and 716 and all of the other 59 teams there for making BUZZ's return to the CT Regional a truly memorable OVERDRIVE experience. We've been away (@Chesapeake) for a couple years and it is always good to return to the "Home Zone".

and we are glad you did (=

[smurfgirl]

First of all, congratulations to all of the amazing teams and robots I saw at the Connecticut Regional. There were so many unique ideas, and things that worked so well for all of you. (You have no idea how hard it is to only pick two teams to be on your alliance! Couldn't it have been one alliance of 62 robots?)

Team 236, congratulations for winning the Chairman's Award. The work your team does is amazing, and you truly deserved it.

Teams 230, 61, and 1991, thanks for being great opponents. You were fun to play against and you put up a great fight. Congratulations on your great robots and all your hard work to get as far as you did.

Teams 175, and 716, thank you so much for working with us! You guys were amazing partners, and our team never would have been able to do so well without your help. You let us keep our undefeated record, and have the "threepeat" ... both of which I can't believe really happened.

To all the people who congratulated our alliance, thank you for your kind words.

And to the guy from team 716, I'm really glad we got to work with you, too. Some of the people on our team who weren't connected with the alliance partners decision looked at your ranking and were shocked. (This is why we don't go by ranking numbers, we go by robot performance and capabilities.) You guys deserved another chance, and we wanted to give it to you, just like team 177 took a chance on us back in 2006.

[Uberbots]

First of all, congratulations to all of the amazing teams and robots I saw at the Connecticut Regional. There were so many unique ideas, and things that worked so well for all of you. (You have no idea how hard it is to only pick two teams to be on your alliance! Couldn't it have been one alliance of 62 robots?)

Team 236, congratulations for winning the Chairman's Award. The work your team does is amazing, and you truly deserved it.

Teams 230, 61, and 1991, thanks for being great opponents. You were fun to play against and you put up a great fight. Congratulations on your great robots and all your hard work to get as far as you did.

Teams 175, and 716, thank you so much for working with us! You guys were amazing partners, and our team never would have been able to do so well without your help. You let us keep our undefeated record, and have the "threepeat" ... both of which I can't believe really happened.

To all the people who congratulated our alliance, thank you for your kind words.

And to the guy from team 716, I'm really glad we got to work with you, too. Some of the people on our team who weren't connected with the alliance partners decision looked at your ranking and were shocked. (This is why we don't go by ranking numbers, we go by robot performance and capabilities.) You guys deserved another chance, and we wanted to give it to you, just like team 177 took a chance on us back in 2006.

you forgot team 2621, who showed great gracious professionalism in untipping us in our last qualifying match. You guys had a great robot, and thoroughly deserved the rookie all-star award that you got. We look forward to seeing you guys again in Atlanta, if you decide to go.

[smurfgirl]

you forgot team 2621, who showed great gracious professionalism in untipping us in our last qualifying match. You guys had a great robot, and thoroughly deserved the rookie all-star award that you got. We look forward to seeing you guys again in Atlanta, if you decide to go.

I didn't mean to leave them out... like I said, there were so many great teams at the regional- it's hard to remember everyone that was there and deserved a thank-you or a congratulations. I told them at the regional that their team was well beyond their years in all the things that go into FIRST, and I am very glad they won that award. They certainly deserved it.

[Ken Delaney 357]

Anyone interested in seeing the new gear being used for FTC next season (http://www.firsttechchallenge.blogspot.com/), please look for me in the lobby area - I will have it with me.

Anyone get a chance to look at the FTC gear? Pictures?

[AcesPease]

Anyone get a chance to look at the FTC gear? Pictures?

I saw Kathie with one Gear :D

[artdutra04]

Anyone get a chance to look at the FTC gear? Pictures?It looked just like the photo of the large gear in the "FTC Blog".

http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/2236/gearfe0.jpg (http://firsttechchallenge.blogspot.com/2008/03/new-ftc-platform.html)

[KathieK]

Sorry for any confusion I caused with my earlier post - yes, I had ONE gear from the new kit. I didn't mean to imply that I had a whole kit.

[peace]

Photos of the FINALS are going up as I type this it will be about another 20 minutes before the index.htm file makes it up but the images are listing and viewable while the directory is being built.

http://www.beaverbots.com/ct_frc/finals/

http://www.beaverbots.com/ct_frc/finals/frc%20ct%202008%20finals_2311_std.jpg

[Ken Delaney 357]

Sorry for any confusion I caused with my earlier post - yes, I had ONE gear from the new kit. I didn't mean to imply that I had a whole kit.

Sorry for misunderstanding your post. I guess I am kind of anxious for the release of more information. Kathie is there any way they could speed this up. In the most recent video on the blog they show a functioning robot. If FIRST wants us to support this new initiative we need as much info ASAP.

[wt200999]

Great job all!

Thank you 1089 for that usb-serial cable, you saved us a ton of hassle.

383 549 Great job in the elimination rounds, we didn't win it, but we gave them a run for there money :D

Also, anyone know of any video going up? Great pictures!

[MWTrek]

For those who weren't there, the Connecticut Regional was "buzzing" with media and political attention. The State Attorney General, Richard Blumenthal, gave a speech on Friday. Congressional Representatives Joe Courtney and Chris Murphy spoke on Saturday. Both Dean and Woodie made appearances and drive teams were constantly flanked by television crews.

Everyone did a great job with Dean's homework this year.

[artdutra04]

For those who weren't there, the Connecticut Regional was "buzzing" with media and political attention. The State Attorney General, Richard Blumenthal, gave a speech on Friday. Congressional Representatives Joe Courtney and Chris Murphy spoke on Saturday. Both Dean and Woodie made appearances and drive teams were constantly flanked by television crews.

Everyone did a great job with Dean's homework this year.And don't forget our Governor Jodi M. Rell, and a news crew from NBC 30 were there was well!

[MWTrek]

And don't forget our Governor Jodi M. Rell, and a news crew from NBC 30 were there was well!

Awesome, I must have been in the pits when the governor was there. I also know that Channel 3 broadcasted live for 30 mins!! New England Cable News also had a long segment.

[BHS Bucs]

Thank you to EVERYONE at Connecticut for helping to provide such a great first time experience for our team. We had a wonderful experience and are in a slight state of shock about Rookie All-Star. We are gearing up for Atlanta though and are excited to meet more teams and gain more experience.

We were wowed by all the amazing robots in Connecticut and the ingenuity shown by all the teams, along with dedication. 2104's constant work on their robot the entire time was inspiring - and paid off for them Saturday when they successfully ran.

We couldn't have done it without all the teams so quick to supply help and materials - thank you a million times over. Special thanks to Gaelforce #126, for letting us borrow anything and everything, along with checking in to see how things were going a few times. We learned a TON from everyone there!

[Andy Brockway]

Thank you 1124 for selecting us and leading an awesome alliance! I am glad your scouts were watching us play as our rankings did not show our capability. Thank you 175 for being a great partner! Welcome back to the CT Regional!

Congrats to Team 236 for Chairman's (again! good luck at the Championship) and Team 126 for Engineering Inspiration.

Congrats also to Ernie for Woodie Flowers, I have known you a long time and you certainly deserved this award.

Special thanks to Team 126 for the sprockets for our arm lift.

[Tom Bottiglieri]

During eliminations, I was asked to wear a wireless mic while coaching by one of the media/production companies. Anyone know what this was for?

(Hopefully nothing too important, I'm sure no one wants to hear my incessant "ball over there", "swap up on D, jeff", and "OMG watch out for that wall!" )

[MWTrek]

During eliminations, I was asked to wear a wireless mic while coaching by one of the media/production companies. Anyone know what this was for?

(Hopefully nothing too important, I'm sure no one wants to hear my incessant "ball over there", "swap up on D, jeff", and "OMG watch out for that wall!" )

Both myself (driver coach) and one of our drivers did the same thing. We also had a camera crew follow us around during our driver/strategy meeting in quals. I'm not sure where either of the crews were from.

[KathieK]

There were several film crews on scene throughout the Regional. Several were there from the news channels. One was filming for the Connecticut Science Center. One was filming for the 24 hour Global Marathon project (http://www.eweek.org/site/News/Eweek/2008_marathon/index.shtml) (National Engineers Week).

There were people there from a number of print publications as well.

Thank you to the teams who have done their homework, and to the planning committee members who have also been diligently contacting our politicians and media.

FINALLY we got 'em there!

[stevek]

I'm a bit bias here... But does anyone remember the awsome hand-off in our last match from RAGE-173. They don't score High this year, so after we hurdled the other ball they were behind us holding the second ball so we backedup and they dropped the ball into out lift and we then went to hurdle it. Unfortunalty we needed a few more seconds for the piston to fill, so is was a perfect ending. But is was an aswome pass none the less.

Congrats to all the winners... Congrats to Uberbots for also going undefeated. We did that two years ago in Vegas (until the semifinals that is)so We know how hard that is to achieve that. Great Robot - both you and Buzz made us work hard!!!

Good luck going forward to everyone. We are heading to New Orleans and our team is setting up the webcast there as well, so please tune is and chear us on.

[Stillen]

Great job all!

Thank you 1089 for that usb-serial cable, you saved us a ton of hassle.

383 549 Great job in the elimination rounds, we didn't win it, but we gave them a run for there money :D

Also, anyone know of any video going up? Great pictures!


870/383..... THX for choosing us, I too thought we had a great chance..............maybe next year huh???

ALSO, this question is for everyone...... Anyone know how I can get a hold of someone from TEAM 1991???? We borrowed their thether cable, and I forgot to give it back..... I checked their website, and all the emails have gotten retirned to me.... :-(

TEAM 157........... I truly believe you should have gotten choosen for an alliance, you guys got a great TEAM

Stills

[Elgin Clock]

ALSO, this question is for everyone...... Anyone know how I can get a hold of someone from TEAM 1991???? We borrowed their thether cable, and I forgot to give it back..... I checked their website, and all the emails have gotten retirned to me.... :-(Stills
I tried sending you a PM, and it said you don't accept them. Send me one, and I'll get you in touch with a member of 1991 who posts on these forums.

[Teched3]

That move did not go unnoticed by Buzz. Was totally unexpected (by me) while watching that match. Rage is a great team, and they are always on top of their game.:) :)

I'm a bit bias here... But does anyone remember the awsome hand-off in our last match from RAGE-173. They don't score High this year, so after we hurdled the other ball they were behind us holding the second ball so we backedup and they dropped the ball into out lift and we then went to hurdle it. Unfortunalty we needed a few more seconds for the piston to fill, so is was a perfect ending. But is was an aswome pass none the less.

Congrats to all the winners... Congrats to Uberbots for also going undefeated. We did that two years ago in Vegas (until the semifinals that is)so We know how hard that is to achieve that. Great Robot - both you and Buzz made us work hard!!!

Good luck going forward to everyone. We are heading to New Orleans and our team is setting up the webcast there as well, so please tune is and chear us on.

[smurfgirl]

During eliminations, I was asked to wear a wireless mic while coaching by one of the media/production companies. Anyone know what this was for?

(Hopefully nothing too important, I'm sure no one wants to hear my incessant "ball over there", "swap up on D, jeff", and "OMG watch out for that wall!" )

Both myself (driver coach) and one of our drivers did the same thing. We also had a camera crew follow us around during our driver/strategy meeting in quals. I'm not sure where either of the crews were from.

Same here. What they told me was that they were following five teams at our regional for a video for the new Connecticut Science Center. They also interviewed Dean Kamen on Friday, and they may have interviewed Woodie on Saturday, but I didn't see them doing that one.

[Sundance Kid]

870/383..... THX for choosing us, I too thought we had a great chance..............maybe next year huh???

ALSO, this question is for everyone...... Anyone know how I can get a hold of someone from TEAM 1991???? We borrowed their thether cable, and I forgot to give it back..... I checked their website, and all the emails have gotten retirned to me.... :-(

TEAM 157........... I truly believe you should have gotten choosen for an alliance, you guys got a great TEAM

Stills
I am a mentor from team 1991 and you could go through me to get us the cable back. Call me at work 860-756-4769. - Bryan

[smurfgirl]

I'm a bit bias here... But does anyone remember the awsome hand-off in our last match from RAGE-173. They don't score High this year, so after we hurdled the other ball they were behind us holding the second ball so we backedup and they dropped the ball into out lift and we then went to hurdle it. Unfortunalty we needed a few more seconds for the piston to fill, so is was a perfect ending. But is was an aswome pass none the less.

Congrats to all the winners... Congrats to Uberbots for also going undefeated. We did that two years ago in Vegas (until the semifinals that is)so We know how hard that is to achieve that. Great Robot - both you and Buzz made us work hard!!!

Good luck going forward to everyone. We are heading to New Orleans and our team is setting up the webcast there as well, so please tune is and chear us on.

Thanks, you guys were great (and gracious) opponents. I wish you the best of luck in New Orleans, hopefully you'll bring back a trophy from there, too. Your robot this year is awesome, and you definitely deserve a win. (-:

[Tom Bottiglieri]

Same here. What they told me was that they were following five teams at our regional for a video for the new Connecticut Science Center. They also interviewed Dean Kamen on Friday, and they may have interviewed Woodie on Saturday, but I didn't see them doing that one.
Five teams, eh? I wonder who the other two are.

[galewind]

I'm a bit bias here... But does anyone remember the awsome hand-off in our last match from RAGE-173. They don't score High this year, so after we hurdled the other ball they were behind us holding the second ball so we backedup and they dropped the ball into out lift and we then went to hurdle it. Unfortunalty we needed a few more seconds for the piston to fill, so is was a perfect ending. But is was an aswome pass none the less.

You know, I was GA'ing that match, and I was looking at one part of the field, heard everyone cheering, and then I turned, caught the end of it, and realized what had happened and tried to "make-up" for it on the mic, and I was bummed I missed it.

That's the sort of thing I love to see.

[kaszeta]

In Match 11 (http://www.thebluealliance.net/tbatv/match.php?matchid=6473), Team 95 demonstrates the coolest way to displace an opponents trackball from the overpass ever. They literally catapult their ball into the bottom, sending it flying off the field.

This video isn't available any more. Anyplace else I can get it? That footage was perfect for fundraising video purposes...

[Greg Marra]

This video isn't available any more. Anyplace else I can get it? That footage was perfect for fundraising video purposes...

I had to re-add the Week 3 Regional matches, so that link doesn't work anymore. We don't have video of the CT Regional yet, but ought to after Team 230 gets us a copy. Hang on until then :)

[whytheheckme]

ALSO, this question is for everyone...... Anyone know how I can get a hold of someone from TEAM 1991???? We borrowed their thether cable, and I forgot to give it back..... I checked their website, and all the emails have gotten retirned to me.... :-(

Alas, you can also contact me. I'm on here several times a day.

Jacob

[Iona]

I'd really like to thank teams 1230 and 2170, our (1071) alliance partners in the finals. It was my first year on the drive team, and they really made it a weekend to remember. They were gracious and professional, enthusiastic and a lot of fun. They were an amazing group of guys to compete with, and I'd like to thank them all for that, from me and the rest of my team.

Congrats to the winning alliance, you guys were unstoppable. It was a real thrill going against you!

Good luck to all the teams continuing on, and we hope to see as many of you as possible in Atlanta!

--Iona

[smurfgirl]

I'd really like to thank teams 1230 and 2170, our (1071) alliance partners in the finals. It was my first year on the drive team, and they really made it a weekend to remember. They were gracious and professional, enthusiastic and a lot of fun. They were an amazing group of guys to compete with, and I'd like to thank them all for that, from me and the rest of my team.

Congrats to the winning alliance, you guys were unstoppable. It was a real thrill going against you!

Good luck to all the teams continuing on, and we hope to see as many of you as possible in Atlanta!

--Iona

Thanks! Your alliance had our spectators (and team members) in the stands nervous because of the really close score on the first match. You guys all had great robots, and you were a lot of fun to play against. It was too bad when your radio came disconnected, though. See you in Atlanta!

[stevek]

You know, I was GA'ing that match, and I was looking at one part of the field, heard everyone cheering, and then I turned, caught the end of it, and realized what had happened and tried to "make-up" for it on the mic, and I was bummed I missed it.

That's the sort of thing I love to see.

I'll try to get it posted.

It surprised me too. We talked as a team about catching another partners hurdle (which we never realy had a chance to try in competition) and we talked about teams hurding balls to us, but an direct hand off was definately cool. I never asked the drivers if they planed that of came up with it on the fly.

Its funny, a few years back (04 i think) the last year we had to hang from the bar. We had a Picture Perfect moment hanging from the bar going against RAGE that match... we both hung with a big ball stuck in the middle. Seems like our robots like each other :) no matter which alliance were on!!!

[Jeff Rodriguez]

It surprised me too. We talked as a team about catching another partners hurdle (which we never realy had a chance to try in competition) and we talked about teams hurding balls to us, but an direct hand off was definately cool. I never asked the drivers if they planed that of came up with it on the fly.

It was semi-planned. We knew we could do it, but we didn't want to do it just for the sake of doing it. Luckily, the situation worked out well and we were able to pull it off.
Good Luck in New Orleans!

[weinbergmath]

I also want to thank 1071 and 2170 for joining us in the #8 alliance. We had a great time working with all of you, and we put up quite a fight!

Team Lionics was excited to be in the quarterfinals, but the icing on the cake was that last match because it allowed us to actually see the robot make it all the way around in hybrid for the first time on a full FRC field. If I remember right, our alliance had 32 points at the end of hybrid! (This lead was quickly eliminated by the remarkable offensive power of our opponents, but it's something we can be really proud of!)

It was also an honor competing against the #1 alliance - 1124, 175, and 716. you not only dominated the elimination matches, but amazed us all with how MANY people you had there supporting your teams! I think all three of you wrapped around the entire arena when accepting your regional champion medals. Congratulations on your three great robots, but more importantly, congratulations on the extent to which you have spread FIRST within your community. Good luck in Atlanta!

[smurfgirl]

I also want to thank 1071 and 2170 for joining us in the #8 alliance. We had a great time working with all of you, and we put up quite a fight!

Team Lionics was excited to be in the quarterfinals, but the icing on the cake was that last match because it allowed us to actually see the robot make it all the way around in hybrid for the first time on a full FRC field. If I remember right, our alliance had 32 points at the end of hybrid! (This lead was quickly eliminated by the remarkable offensive power of our opponents, but it's something we can be really proud of!)

It was also an honor competing against the #1 alliance - 1124, 175, and 716. you not only dominated the elimination matches, but amazed us all with how MANY people you had there supporting your teams! I think all three of you wrapped around the entire arena when accepting your regional champion medals. Congratulations on your three great robots, but more importantly, congratulations on the extent to which you have spread FIRST within your community. Good luck in Atlanta!

I'm pretty bummed because I just had a long response typed, and my computer deleted it. That always seems to happen to me...

Anyway, I have to say congratulations to your alliance. Like I said to someone else, you were a great group of teams and you worked really well together- you had our supporters scared after QF 1-1 because the scores were so close!

I was the drive team coach, and I definitely noticed that hybrid mode. I was a little jealous that ours wasn't working right. I know the feeling of it finally working, though. We had a beautiful hybrid going at our practice facility, but it was a little off at the regional. There was this one match, though, where we knocked off one alliance trackball (second was a near miss), and crossed 5 lines, for a total of 28 points on our robot alone. It wasn't as great as practice, but way better than the times we went backwards around the field.

And the funny thing about our supporters is, I was even shocked to see so many people come watch us- I guess all of our work on spreading the word is paying off. There were middle school kids (and younger) who wanted to join the team in the future, school administrators, teachers with their families, kids from our school, parents, siblings, sponsors, families, friends... Looking at us now, you would never have known that in 2003, we began as a team of 12, and even in 2006, we were only 24. (-:

[Golto]

That's quite a turnaround!

[Iona]

I also want to thank 1071 and 2170 for joining us in the #8 alliance. We had a great time working with all of you, and we put up quite a fight!

Team Lionics was excited to be in the quarterfinals, but the icing on the cake was that last match because it allowed us to actually see the robot make it all the way around in hybrid for the first time on a full FRC field. If I remember right, our alliance had 32 points at the end of hybrid! (This lead was quickly eliminated by the remarkable offensive power of our opponents, but it's something we can be really proud of!)


We couldn't have been more honored. Like I said, it was an amazing first drive team experience for me, and an equally awesome competition for my teammates.

Your hybrid was fantastic, we were all really impressed. It's not easy to get a fully functional hybrid, but you guys really did an amazing jobs.

Thanks again.