[IKE]

I think the registration fee is the same, the big difference is that Michigan teams get 2 district events as opposed to 1 regional event. By the sounds of it the district events will be similar, but more economical versions of a regional event (more like Kettering Rookie event or off season events). These district events are not garuanteed trips to the Championship, but only the State Championship.

Overall it looks like a good trade-off to me, but I am glad that they are doing a trial run.