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Since my first year in FRC, 2008, I have been inspired time and time again by the robots and professionalism of Team 1717.
Through their refined image that permeates their designs, dress and even performance, the team serves as a model for many of the teams that compete with them (note: structure notwithstanding).
This year, we had the honor of receiving three 2011 DPEA alumni as mentors for 1515. They were not only hugely knowledgeable and helpful, but they imparted their skills unto us in a manner that can only be described as GP. They made the season fun, even at the most grueling times.

Thank you 1717, and I hope (know) that you will continue to put out more of the amazing machines as have been demonstrated in recent years.