[Michael Corsetto]

I share Steve's sentiments 100%.

My tear ducts were empty and my voice was gone before the last finals match.

As a team, 1678 set one goal before us for 2015. Win the World Championship.

We owe this monumental success to every volunteer, mentor, student, parent and supporter along the way.

I'll never forget how quickly Brandon and Christian from 254 got numbers for 5012 "tether cheesecake" printed, or when Oliver, Jack and company from 973 set up a practice step behind the Einstein pits to help us test our new cangrabbing cheesecake. Their character shone through during those moments on Saturday. I have so much respect for these kids and the mentors that have served as role models in their lives.

Getting a phone call from Jim Beck (RD of California), after the win, was incredibly meaningful. I can't think of anyone who has worked harder for FRC in CA than this man, he has been an inspiration and encouragement to so many for so many years, myself included. Thank you Jim!

There are so many more people to thank, and Steve mentioned many of them. To everyone, thank you, thank you, thank you!

I broke down in tears at least 15 times BEFORE the Einstein finals, and another dozen or so times afterwards. The flood of emotions seeing each student on 1678 thrive in a competition setting that celebrates their hard work and achievement is something I will never forget. I could not be more proud of each and every one of them.

This has been a journey that I will never forget.

#soproud

-Mike