[CBP at BAE]

The conditions for viewing the animations at the Granite State Regional competition were certainly less than optimal. It is truly unfortunate that the hard work done by all the participating teams submissions was not enjoyed by many more than just the judging contingent.

The students on animation teams work as hard on their contribution as do the mechanical/electrical/controls people do, and therefore should be accorded the same considerations for their efforts.

I would sincerely hope that future competitions take the animation submissions more seriously and afford them with a venue more suited to viewing, judging and general appreciation than has been shown in the past.

Please, FIRST and Autodesk officials, take note of these concerns and work at rectifying them for the future.