First off, CONGRATULATIONS on your two regional championships, as well as the other design and enginnering awards you've racked up in SV and LA!
I don't think it's really "abuse" per se, Kingman's robot this year looks polished and well-engineered and teams have noticed that and expressed their awe. I mean, you can merely look at their robot and know exactly what it will do, it's that well-made. The fact that the students have so much to do with its design and creation makes it even more impressive. And then when you see them in action... let's just say I love watching them in play.
When we were talking to them, they said that the rumors about their robot started on their own, they had not said anything about their robot's performance, yet people saw great potential in Kingman's design and... it went from there. But yes, it is such a great honor to know such an awesome team in all respects. They're all great people, just talk to them.
...and we'll see you at nationals. unfortunately there'll be no chance that we'll be in the same division again, but still...
