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Re: Team field elements question

We built all the elements as simply as possible in the team drawings. We used 2 full 3/4" sheets and one 1/2" sheet to build the small and large goal. We also had to get about a quarter of another 1/2" sheet to form the bases for the 2x4s which hold up strings in the same span area of the truss.

It was a bit difficult to tessellate all the cuts in the sheets and we messed up a lot and forgot to do certain cuts, so having extra plywood wouldn't hurt if you made an error. Also, as a tip, remember to cut your pieces in the direction of the grain of your plywood, otherwise your long pieces will be all flimsy. That is how you'll get the most strength out of it and be able to build a good field!
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