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Re: little short on members

Assuming you had more than that at the kick off find them and ask them what they think the robot should do...give wild ideas on what you are planning, watch thier eyes get big as they realize you're crazy. Say to them "Well if you have a better idea..."



As to how to attract more members, nothing attracts better than a moving robot. Put the KOP base together and drive it around at lunch, have a computer with the animation of the game playing in a QT loop so people can see what you are trying to do this year

Play last years matches at lunch, at meetings, get a display at school with pictures of what you are trying to do (again last years game shots will work)

If all else fails tell potential members that they will get 2 days off of school if they contribute to the team.

I think I have done all of these at various times since I have been working with teams. A moving machine is the best advertising.

Good Luck
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