[avidediter]

Okay, maybe standardizing isn't the cure-all I would hope for. I would say this. I believe its entirely possible to allow for good video coverage in a safe, unobtrusive manner. If we can train the kids to queue the robots in such a manner that doesn't interfere with the main event, then allowing videographer/photographers on their knees or in seats around the sidelines or with their team behind the driver station should be a trainable goal as well.

What I was thinking was in order to obtain a media badge, a session prior to the match MUST be attended or the badge will not be given out. This session goes over ground rules to ensure everyones safety and demonstrates how to queue along with the team drivers. Then as the team queues onto the field, either take position in a sideline chair or kneeling position clear of the barriers or one of the available corners of the field. Another nice spot is directly behind the drivers station. This access would be available during qualifiers.

For championship rounds, a select group of media members with the best equipment available at the time of the event are allowed access on the field only. In the spirit of gracious professionalism, those selected will record and share the footage for all teams that are in the final rounds.

Thoughts?