Here we go for another round of thanks:
I'd like to thank 1038 and 1743 for being amazing alliance partners who stuck to strategy and played amazingly well.
Yes Paul was my former drive coach and mentor. Paul thanks for the congrats. I've told you before that I wouldn't be doing what I'm doing today if it weren't for you. Your words mean a lot to me. If all goes well, maybe we'll pick you guys again at the Championship
Actually, I'd be quite humbled to work with the TCs again in any capacity. Videos show that you guys have designed once again a pretty sick machine and are likely going to be rock stars at the competitions once again. Good luck at Detroit this week. See you in ATL.
Mike of 1708 you are the man. Glad that you're on CD. I think it was fitting that we won the Championship with you last year and the Championship with your mentee this year. I'll keep an eye on 1743 as you asked. Jess and Maria are sweethearts and will sure help mentor your team to new heights. Keep working hard. I'll be keeping an eye out to see what great things 1708 accomplishes in the years to come.
To Jeremiah, Chrispy, Andy and the rest of the crew of the Full Metal Jackets. I think you guys are one of the most incredible groups of students (and mentors) that I have ever met. You give me too much credit. You guys are my heroes. Persistence under tough situations to a good machine, you held your heads high and smiles on your face no matter what happened, put on a good show, and just made the event good ol' fashioned fun for all of us. Thanks this was greatly needed considering how long elims dragged out. You will always have friends out here in NY. To Brandy and Courtney, my stylists. I cannot thank the two of you lovely ladies enough for jumping right in and giving me the right look. And I think after more than 2 dozen washes the wax is finally coming out of my hair!!!!
Steph, congratulations to you and the rest of 1629. You had an amazing machine and put up a really good fight. I'm very impressed by your coaching and leadership skills as a sophomore. Hope you keep up the good work. If there's any advice that I can offer you please feel free to ask.
If I missed anyone I do apologize and please do not hesitate to yell at me. This has been one of the most phenomenal experiences for my team and I.
-wayne