While I'm somewhat divided on this issue, my instinct is that it should be just the rep on the field with no communication to the stands beyond what everyone else can see/intercept. No cell phones/texts, wifi, etc. Electronic devices without wireless communication, sure. But any communications to outside sources should be of the type that everyone can see/hear (whiteboards, shouting, etc.)
That's my take on the issue, with no real firm grounds to stand on other than my beliefs.
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Originally Posted by XaulZan11
I do agree that time is a factor, but I would rather have a 2 or 3 minute limit and allow cell phones/computers/smoke signals/white boards. Having teams shout their team number or having student looking at the screen completely lost on who to pick, does not make anyone look good; just not very professional looking, in my opinion.
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If we go with a time limit, it should be more like 45 seconds, not 2-3 minutes. At 3 minutes a pick, you're looking at what could become a 48+ (declines) minute selection process. That's ridiculous.
While I realize there will always be unprepared teams, all teams (with the exception of the #8 captains second selection) need to be ready almost immediately when the MC comes to them. None of these minute+ delays in order to debate, communicate, and deliberate. The alliance selection process should be quick and relatively painless. There will always be 1-2 teams who don't have a list or haven't been keeping good track of who's been picked and slow down the process. There's no need for the teams who actually are prepared to slow it down as well.