If I thank everyone that I want to, we might be here for a while, so I'll try and keep it brief...
- The event organizers, led by Vance Scott and Mark Breadner. The reaction to this regional was completely positive. Everything ran so smoothly, it was amazing.
- Team 772. It's a shame you won't be going to Atlanta, your team has been amazing at all three of your events. Keep you head high, you have nothing to be ashamed of.
- Team 1241. The Chairman's Award could not be in better hands. You guys truly are a model for other FIRST teams.
- Team 48. You guys have been awesome friends to 1114 over the years. Now you've extended that friendship to all of NiagaraFIRST.org. You were as helpful as always in the pits, and showing that awesome Ohio spirit in the stands.
- Ken Patton, JVN and Adrienne Emerson. Thanks for all the help this weekend, especially on Friday night. It's always fun talking FIRST with people who know as much as the three of you do. I'm also glad that I learned about the limitations of OnStar.
- Team 1511. What an amazing team. You guys completely rock, from top to bottom. I was amazed when I saw that you slipped to the second round. A team who as exhibited such consistency over three events, should not have fallen that far, not that I'm complaining. Kim, I've only spoken to you briefly, but you seem like one of the best mentors I've ever met. Keep up the great work.
- Team 1305. I know most teams south of the border haven't heard of these guys, but you will in three in Atlanta. After two regionals, they have two Motorola Quality Awards, two Engineering Inspiration Awards and two gold medals. What a haul! They were the obvious #1 pick for 1114. Lets see if we can make this partnership happen again in Atlanta.
Finally, on behalf of Teams 1114, 1503 and 1680, I want to thank all the teams at the Greater Toronto Regional. Everyone showed a lot of gracious professionalism, and permeated through the event. You showed a lot of spirit, and made my job as an MC that much easier. I hope to see all of you again next year.
See y'all in Atlanta.