[BionicAlumni]

I know this is a little late but I couldn't let this thread go by without posting

Wow, where can I start with Wendy Wooten. The only way that I can think is to start off with a little story from a long time ago. During the 2000 FIRST season, the team I was a part of got a call and an invite participate in the chattsworth scrimmage. At the time we were beyond strapped for cash, and were looking into doing anything to get there and cram all in a hotel room. After finally deciding that there was just no way that we could make it out, we called Wendy to give her the news. When she heard why, she told us not to worry about it and to just come out and we could stay at her house. Now let me tell you that Wendy had never ever met any of the people she is now inviting into her house. She also informs us that she won't be at her house when we arrive, that she will be helping set up the field at the school. She then tells us to not worry about it and she will leave the door open and make ourselves at home.

Now, how many people do you know that would completely open up a house to about 6 high school kids they had never met? I don't know if I would do it, thats for sure.

Thats just one of the many stories I have heard and experienced about Wendy. She is the most selfless person I have ever met. Wendy shows day in and day out exactly what FIRST is about.

If anyone really should win this award, its Wendy!