Obviously I want to give a big thanks to the organizers of the event - as always it was the best competition of the year.
A big congratulaions goes out to the winning alliance of 33, 233, and 868.
Another big congratulations should go out to the runner-up alliance of 330, 980, and 56 - what an amazing competition - the finals were a great show.
Here are some more personal "thank-you's":
David Kelly - a VERY BIG THANKS for the rides to/from the airport
Amanda Morrison - Thanks for organizing and running the talent show. I think it's safe to say that everyone had a great time. It's also safe to say that I always have a great time hanging out with you.
Jeff Maberto - thanks for the help with the DSK show. We (the roadies, that is) couldn't have done it without you.
Tony N. and Andy B. - dinner. very nice.
Ken Patton - for letting me be on his great team. I REALLY appreciate the opportunity. I also really appreciate him giving me the opportunity to drive in the mentors' round - that was great fun.
IHOP - for bringing us good luck. We're going to ask for sponsorship money next year.
Dave Flowerday - Thanks for the mic's and stands. We would have had trouble setting up the DSK show without your help.
Mark Koors - for getting the PA equipment for the DSK show.
Ernie Pacsai, Andy Baker, Brandon Martus, and Dave Scheck - the show was great and I had a blast (being a roadie, that is). What was up with them introducing judges while we were checking if everything was on?
Teams 16, 25, 56, 116, 222, 233, 330, 364, 378, 716, 888, 980, 1108, 1114, 1305, and 1507 - for making the long trek to the IRI. It's teams like you that make the IRI so special
I would also like to give a big thanks to all of the people for hanging out and making it such a great time.
Thanks to everyone that participated for making this the best competition ever!!