[KathieK]

I believe we had two judges last year; the sessions do follow one right after another; you Do need to bring all your own equipment; equipment dies, computers freeze up, etc. so prepare your three people to do a verbal backup, just in case. We presented at the UTC New England Regional which is a concert venue, so the interviews were held backstage in what I suppose is a "green room" for entertainers.

The judges will be watching your team throughout the competition, and visiting you in the pits to ask questions. It's therefore important that ALL team members wearing your t-shirts be familiar with the game, the rules, your robot and your team and its history/accomplishments this year.

Section 9.2.3.3 of the manual states that you should bring a hard copy of the submission to the event. I like the idea of providing each judge with a copy!

You are to be applauded for submitting a CA entry in your rookie year. It is a good practice to establish as it forces you to create an annual report of what your team is all about!