[JulieB]

Originally Posted by Andy A.

Not quite true. You can have two drivers on the field, even if only one is required to run the robot. If you can get away with one driver operating all the functions of the bot, I would highly encourage you use the second driver position as an additional coach. Having another set of eyes on the team that doesn't have to worry about the 'bot every second is another set of eyes that may see the golden opportunity. Both drivers can 'tag team' the controls if you wish, switching positions.

This is fairly critical this year, as the human player is isolated from the rest of the team, and won't be able to communicate effectively. The load on the coach has gone up because of this.

But, I do caution against putting all the bot functions on one person. accurately moving a robot on a small field crowded with 5 other robots, goals and tetras is challenging. If the driver then also has to keep track of a box of switches, things can get pretty complicated fast. It has been done, but I think that when it works is a combination of good controls, simple bot functions and a superb driver.

-Andy A.

this years drivers are going have to very good at talking and listen