[Joe Johnson]

I am almost always a big defender of FIRST, but I have to say that this doesn't look good for the folks in Manchester.

I know that they have a difficult job but after last year's issues with scoring system and the field computer, it seems almost impossible to believe that it was not addressed again this year.

This year's scoring system is a huge challenge, I am not discounting that, but it really does have to work and that includes Week 1.

I don't know any of the details or who is responsible, but I am disappointed.

Well, let's hope for improved performance tomorrow and certainly in the upcoming weeks.

Joe J.

P.S. If anyone knows what sort of help is required to make improvements, let us know, there are many many talented folks out here who can help if they're asked.