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Re: Michigan rankings
Frankly, seeing this information makes me believe that 2771 shouldn't have been a rookie team.
However, they were. I also believe that should be the end of it. They met / meet the rule, depending on how you want to read it. Whether they broke it in spirit is up to FIRST, but at this point, what are your options? Declare them a non-rookie, go back and rejudge 3 competitions, let the other teams know, screw around with the points totals, and throw everything into disarray? Grant 3 other teams rookie status and allow them into Atlanta?
You can be certain that not a single member of team 2771 was actively trying to break the system. It happens. Now it's highlited a potential rule issue in regards to rookie status.
As for what is graciously professional, 2771 are a great team with a great robot. They show up ready to play, and frankly they made every competition a better, louder, happier place.
I believe the rule should be simplified and corrected. As for the rest of it, let's just move on and have a great Michigan Championships.
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