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Re: Training Rookie Drivers
My two cents:
The experience that is gained by an experienced driver usually outweighs any gained talent by having a rookie driver. Drivers have to make split-second decisions that don't always involve driving, but also strategy. We hold driver tryouts, and have had an extremely talented driver. He is a senior this year, and will likely be driving. His experience under pressure is invaluable to the team. What I would suggest is to put next year's driver on the field as HP or coach, or even operator if that isn't a complicated job (depends on your bot of course). Especially if they are HP (which isn't very intense this year), they can watch and observe, and learn to deal with the pressure of being out on the field.
But that's just me!
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