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Originally Posted by waialua359
As great as those teams are, and the results we got this year, everyone is in the same boat. Every team regardless of their history, should be given the same opportunity to attend. If at large bids decrease or go away entirely, as a result to FIRST growing, then you just need to be 1 of those 6 ways to qualify (non-MSC).
Art has a great idea, but I have just one concern. What about teams that cant drive to an event or isn't financially feasible to be a part of a district type event?
If FRC is a world championships, and it expects teams to grow outside the US, then what?
How many of you will be able to participate in the Australia tournament if it indeed happens as planned in 2014?  |
Agreed on teams needing to earn their way, despite their history.
So, I think the district model works for
a lot of regions. One exception: Hawaii. Another: Israel. So, these still run on a regional system, six qualify, etc.
By putting a
majority of the FRC teams on a district model, you alleviate a
majority of the strain on the Championship.
Look at any other competitive sport format, and you see this makes sense. Teams don't whine that they don't get to go to compete versus teams across the country. BUT, they can be proud of making it to a STATE or REGIONAL Championship. And then if they make it farther, good for them, they EARNED it. Otherwise, try again next year.
PhilBot, the numbers you posted are very thought provoking, thank you.
-Mike