[Kristina]

I don't think that the spending limit will make the playing field completely level because of course some teams have more experience and connections. However, I do think its a great idea. 691's teacher/advisor was thinking of making spending caps for each subgroup last year anyway. Like Martin said, you become more resourceful and learn more. Of course fundraising is a great skill to learn but I think that FIRST should be about learning and thinking rather than seeing who can rack up the most sponsors, find the most connections, and spend the most money.