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In my opinion, "fixing" matches is a difficult strategy to deal with. I would expect the issue to be addressed at nationals to provide some clarity for everyone. However, this strategy can only work in qualifying rounds, so every robot that advances to the elimination rounds will have to fend for itself. Although I would be disappointed if an honest team were to miss out on the elimination rounds or a chance to head it's own alliance due to this strategy.
There is a clear line between "fixing" matches and encouraging smart play. For example, if teams were to encourage their opponents to allow 4 robots on the ramp when there is a clear winner of the "bin war" it is fair play in my opinion. This prevents a score below 50 for the loser and an extra 100 points is awarded to the winner. Although, I would disagree completely with this technique if one of the 4 robots was designed to play King of the Hill because their strength is then removed from play.
Therefore if ALL 4 teams had NO stacking capabilities (rare occurance) I would regretfully catagorize this as smart play as well. Although chances are if you have no stacking capabilities you are good at knocking them over, so again it may still be taking a particular team's strength out of play.
Good Luck to Everyone!
-Thanks 157 and 782 for being excellent alliance partners, I had a ton of fun with you guys.
-Thanks BUZZ, Aces High and team 177 for being great opponents, you guys all have awesome robots and most importantly, great attitudes.
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