Now, we participated in the Long Island Regional this year and I went up and watched it last year. I'd have to say, it just doesn't come close to compairing with the New England Regional. There are many heavy hitters attending and it will make for a very exciting competition.

I think the best combination during Qualifying would be an excellent two goal grabbing robot (like ours) along with a good ball scoring robot (one that can grab around 10 balls). During Elimination it's different. I'd still want good 2 goal grabbing robot (yes, like ours), but I'd want to alternate two robots whom are good at pushing goals and blocking. This is how we were paired up for in the LI Regional. I think we could have made it a little farther had our alliance partner's robot not overheated its motors in the closing seconds of the 3rd match of the quarterfinals (no hard feelings though!). We're looking to do well in New Haven.

Best of luck to everyone who attends!
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