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Originally Posted by Michael Corsetto
Do you have any data to support that FiM is "killing" FLL?
You have made emotional and anecdotal cases for disagreeing with the structure FiM has established. Do you have data to support this petition?
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I'm very interested in hearing some data that supports or refutes the effectiveness of the FiM model.
-Mike
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From this link:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/...VRTZ VE&gid=3
2012-2013 FiM FTC Teams: 57
2013-2014 FiM FTC Teams: 166
2014-2015 FiM FTC Teams: 203
For FLL, I could only get data from last season (454) as well as teams that have already signed up for next year (27).
I as well as many others do not appreciate the inflamatory title (though I imagine it helps get attention). "FiM is growing FTC and FLL, but not following the normal FIRST rules in regards to age limits, but has hugely supported via adminisitering state and coproate grants" just doesn't have the same ring...
I recommend discussing the policy with those in charge. I don't think you will get them to change their minds, but you may get a better understanding of their perspective.