[SpaceBiz]

I would guess that it is more likely that the 4th bot on an alliance wouldn't attend than the first three. It is harder to justify all of the logistics and money required to attend if you are unlikely to compete.

I really hope all 8 teams go, and think they probably will, but I don't think FIRST will cover travel just to ensure that all 8 teams attend when you are almost guaranteed to have the top 3 teams on each alliance at the event for the all-star game.

Overall, I am excited about this announcement and think it is a step in the right direction to mitigate the complaints of having 2 champs.