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Originally Posted by Andy Baker
All,
I have debated about writing this note to the CD community, but I think that it's probably the best thing to do. My worry is that we don't want to sound like we are waving a flag too much or tooting our horn on this issue too much. Simply put, I think that we better let you guys know what our team is doing as we communicate with judges at the upcoming regional and FIRST Championships.
At every regional, we try to convey to the judges that we "give away" some of our previous year's designs. They seem to not understand why or how we do this, and we have never won an award for this as a team. Personally, I have been recognized for this effort, but our effort has been team-wide and not just through my actions. So, what I am trying to do it get the team recognized for this.
Andy Baker
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Andy,
Go for it! 45 deserves all the recognition it can get for its selfless acts of Gracious Professionalism. I understand and applaud your desire to do this the "right way". Describing your own team's impact on the FIRST community as a whole to judges can be difficult because it can be seen in a different light by some. I know 103 has struggled with that delicate balance of how to be gracious toward all others AND seek recognition for the incredible efforts your own team makes. Rest assured, what you are doing here is both positive and inspirational.
Going to the extent you are going to ensure fairness here just further proves why you and 45 are worthy of all the judging recognition you can get.
45's impact on the success teams feel and the inspiration students receive all over the country is absolutely immeasurable. Your willingness to share designs for everyone's benefit is a model for industry and society and clearly demonstrates what Dean's vision of coopertition is all about. Good luck at the events and see you in Atlanta.