[Steve W]

Since I started the thread I guess that I should contribute. Mike has some good ideas. What I would like to see is a form signed before each competition that states that the team has conformed to all of the build rules and the spirit of FIRST. The form should also state that the team will continue to follow the rules through out the competition weekend. If the team is found to be in violation of the rules that the lead mentor (the one that signs the form) must meet with the competition organizers and address the violation. At that time the organizers can follow Mikes suggestions or another result could be that the lead mentor can be given a 1 week - 3 year expulsion from FIRST.

Why would I do that to the lead mentor? He/She is to be in control of their team. They should also make sure that the members and the mentors follow the rules. The person at the top is responsible for the actions of their team. It may seem harsh but as has been said, Why should the whole team suffer.