I can't say i really know the HOT team very well, but at nationals i did have a short conversation with one of the mentors and he seemed very nice. Although I don't know a lot about the HOT team, everything I do know has impressed me. From their amazing robot, to their exceptional teamwork in the heat of competition, right down to their cool little jalapeno key chains.
i'm really sorry to hear that a member of this, or any FIRST team, has been hospitalized. I know how the rest of the team must feel - my coach, Mr. Cokeley, had a stroke during this past season.
i wish the best of luck to the victims, their families, and the entire HOT team.