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Originally Posted by rtfgnow
Don't forget that the pits is where most judging happens (excluding a certain few awards). Everyone in the pit, from the drive team down to the person that manages the batteries, should be able to speak to the team accomplishments and background. They should be able to talk about outreach, robot design, build processes and problems.
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Our team typically has a schedule for the team members to follow as to where they should be at any given time during the event (the stands, workshops, lunch, presentations, etc.). Of course our drive team is primarily on the fields (practice, competition field and the pits) we have approximately two other members assigned to the pits to cover topics discussed in the pits, as well as, a safety representative (our safety rep/captain rotates throughout the day do allow each of them time to experience the competition and venue). It is critical for every member to have team knowledge in the event they are assigned to the pit duties. It is also important not to have too many people in the pits as it can create safety hazards and viewing barriers for those FIRST folks cruising in the pits preparing to interview you.
Having a tentative schedule helps the team feel they are not confined to one position/duty. Meeting other teams and learning about what they do, helps teams enhance what they currently do.
Above all everyone should make sure to have a BLAST at Champs, it is AMAZING.