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Originally Posted by SenorZ
Had a hard time finding info about this topic, so I apologize if this has "been covered."
Questions:
1. In how many regional competitions may a team actually compete?
2. If a team qualifies for the finals at one regional, do they still compete at the others they have registered for?
Call me crazy but I think it would be unfair if, say, four or five strong teams enter regional competitions near their "home" regional, and squeeze out less strong teams, even if it is allowed.
I understand the need for practice and working out the kinks, but it seems a bit elitist.
This has been sticking in my brain after seeing many shipping containers at the LA regional which were shipped directly from the San Diego regional.
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One thing to remember especially as a rookie this year is that every elite team started exactly where you are right now. What you learn and do in your first few years will really shape your team!
Last year my old team was able to attend the North Carolina Regional and all I can say is that it is one of the best investments you can do! Meeting new teams, individuals, competing in another area, and refining your work was a great experience and we learned so much! I would highly encourage that if your team can do so in the future to do it!
I would also recommend that if you ever have the ability to ask those teams why they attend another regional.
