[Steve W]

Hey guy and gals, what has happened to the spirit of FIRST? People already saying that they will bypass the rules, try to find loop holes and generally ignore them. Things like "That said, I want my cart music. I know why they got rid of it, but I still disagree with it and I think we've lost a huge part of the character of FIRST." are just wrong.

FIRST is not about loud music. FIRST is not about ME. FIRST is about learning, growth, consideration of others, following the rules and just plainly not being selfish. I like loud music (even though I am really old), I love reading the rules and pushing them to the limit. I love the competition. I will not however knowingly break the rules or be ungracious. FIRST is not about beating others but excelling yourself with consideration of others. It is a hard task but that is what makes FIRST such a great program. Unlimited challenges with higher expectations.