Quote:They're two completely different animals, just with similar characteristics.
I fully agree with the fact that FIRST requires insane amounts of time, more technical prowess and skill than many sports, and even in some cases strategy than sports. However, by my reconing, FIRST is not at all a sport. Here is my reasoning.
FIRST is wonderful, but to be what it is it really shouldn't be considered a sport. Basically, FIRST is a robot sport. The robots need to be 'in shape,' thin, strong and fast. But it isn't a people sport. To be the best FIRST team member in the world you do not need the charactistics of an athlete. And that is one of the things that makes it so special. Because of this, FIRST teams have people who may not be good atheltes, but who might still be excellent strategists and team players. FIRST gives them a place to grow and expand without the physical componant of sports.
Of course this is purely opinion, so if anyone diagrees, burn me (but not too bad)
