we use the out of season turney's as a recruting tool. we just invite them to come to see what it is like. we've had a few kids that decided not to join, but most decided to join. it's a good way to weed out some of the kids that aren't sure if they really want to take part in FIRST. we also let some of our underclassmen drive the robot and be in the action. in kokomo the underclassmen drove the robot during the qualification matches, they did alright. but when i unexpectly showed i was immediately told to drive. andy baker didn't like it (remember andy
) i guess i just had to save the day.