[Nick Lawrence]

Wow, what an incredible regional, probably the best regional I've ever been to. It was run well, the volunteers were extremely nice, the judges and referees too. I had just as much fun off the field as I did on it.

This regional win is very very special to Team 1114 and us. Last year, we lost our founding mentor and executive sponsor, Mr. Stephen Rourke. I know he's smiling down on his two teams working together and winning. This one's for you sir, we miss you greatly.

Team 1114: Thank you for everything. After years of working with you off the field, it was nice to finally return to the same alliance during eliminations. It was an amazing experience to work with you, one that I'll never forget. I hope to have this opportunity again. You guys rock, thank you so much. We couldn't have won this regional without your faith in us.

Team 3492: Thank you for being extremely cooperative and a huge help on the field. You guys were willing to let our alliance rebuild your robot and re-purpose it as a strictly defensive bot. With an all new drivetrain, you guys played well and we were extremely glad to have you. Thank you.

GTR East, here we come.

-Nick