[Matt_Kaplan1902]

Team 173: Ever since my first FIRST competition (2002 Championships) I have been amazed by the machines you put out onto the field and it was awesome to get the chance to work with you.

I'd also like to thank Jeff for not only listening to our input on strategy throughout the eliminations but also going out of his way to come over to us in the stands to ask for our input into who to select in the second round.

Team 1319: As George said you guys where on our list from the very begining of the competition and I have heard nothing but good things about your team in the past so we were jumping out of our seats when it came around to our pick and you were still available.