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Re: Texas Registration 2015

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Originally Posted by itsjustmrb View Post
I am rambling a bit, since I am commenting between classes. To sum things up, I don't think there is a single thing that stops a team from continuing to participate in FRC. Money is a big issue, but I think finances can be overcome more easily than getting qualified people to mentor your team.

Please do not start a flame war, this is only my opinion from a new team from a small isolated town.

Mr. B
I agree, but for the teams that don't have a dedicated mentor, when the money dries up no one is pushing to secure more funds and keep the team alive.
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