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Originally Posted by Chief Hedgehog

However, because MN as a whole is a relative new comer to FRC, week 1 event allows for some teams to surprise the competition (especially the more established teams). With a week 2 these established teams have some time to adjust.

A week 1 event, especially since Duluth has two Regionals, puts MN in the spotlight and allows for teams to showcase strategies straight away. This is an advantage for us as we (MN) can set the tone for the rest of the season.

It also allows FRC to train in a lot of volunteers that will then go on to other Regionals. It also allows for fields to start in Duluth and then head elsewhere rather than try to figure out how to get two fields back to MN. For these reasons alone I think that those in charge will try to keep Duluth week 1 - but that is just my opinion.

It will be interesting to see where the 5th "MN" Regional will be placed and how that effects teams choosing Duluth. I know my team would like a chance at gaining the first Winners Banner at the new regional!

See you at SRS weekend!

MN certainly got some spotlight during week 1 this year. Northern lights regional was certainly one of the most competitive regionals this year, 3130 and 525 lit up the score boards early on in the season and showcased successful strategies that many teams probably emulated later on in the season.

I can't wait until they reveal where the 5th MN regional will be placed and when it'll be held week wise during the competition season. I wonder what they'll name the 5th MN regional as well. Minnesnowta regional?

See you at SRS too, I'm sure it'll be a fun event!