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Re: What makes FRC a sport?
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I wrote a hefty essay above and no one's commented about it. 
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Originally Posted by usfirst.org
"The varsity Sport for the Mind," FRC combines the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology.
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Originally Posted by FIRST promotional material
It is a sport where participants play with and learn from the pros
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Originally Posted by FIRST promotional material
Teams are formed in the fall. The annual FIRST Robotics Competition Kickoff in early January starts the six-week “build” season. Competitions take place in March and April. The FIRST Robotics Competition Regional events are typically held in university arenas. They involve 40 to 70 teams cheered by thousands of fans over three days. A championship event caps the season. Referees oversee the competition. Judges evaluate teams and present awards for design, technology, sportsmanship, and commitment to FIRST. The Chairman’s Award is the highest honor at FIRST and recognizes a team that exemplifies the values of FIRST.
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When the organization defines itself as a sport, that's all the definition we need.
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Last edited by Taylor : 29-11-2011 at 10:26.
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