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Re: LAS VEGAS REGIONAL... terminated?
Joe,
after speaking a lot with Stephen at CMP, I didnt really think that FIRST would really pull the plug.
I'm sure everyone was hopeful that it would continue, creative avenues would be explored, and the LVR would be sure to continue.
The fact that this is happening at an event where many veteran and well known teams compete year after year, sends a strong message to everyone about sustainability issues of FRC/FTC programs due to the enormous costs to field teams and host an event.
Hawaii has to cough up a whole lot more just to put on our event. If and when our sponsorship runs out, you can pretty much shut the door on Hawaii ever having the same no. of FRC/FTC teams.
For us personally, I can see us shutting our program down once we are unable to compete in as many events as district teams are getting at a fraction of the cost.
Teams in specific regions are getting more play opportunities per $. If we are unable to play at the same level as these heavy FRC regions, I would rather fold.
This is a serious issue that will only get worse.
I am all for districts! The cost disparity between district and non-district reg fees need to be at a level playing field. This will only help to sustain teams, promote growth, and allow regional planning committees to focus more of their efforts in raising the necessary funds to keep regionals going. Its not like LVR was a regional that nobody wanted to attend.
Today is a sad day.
Hope it all works out.
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Last edited by waialua359 : 06-06-2014 at 15:16.
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