[Sarah H]

Personally, I will admit I was not a fan of the fim program at the beginning of the season, but as it went on I began to like it more and more. I wouldn't say its not fair to other teams because if you think about it teams are aloud to go to as many regionals as they want, and have money for, and there's no one saying that those teams aren't being fair. I think that fim really prepares teams for the season ans eventually for nationals. Speaking from a team that does not have the materials to practice outside of the regionals, I think that it gives the drivers the practice they need to become world class teams. I also think that the state competition really repaired teams for what to expect in Atlanta. now on top of all these opportunities, It saves so much money, with the economy is looking worse and worse, this gives Michigan teams the hope that next year they will still be around, and that's very comforting especially to the students first impacts so strongly. I am not saying it is perfect yet, there are some changes that can be made for the better, but I really have no complaints about the programs. fim ran quite smoothly in its first season, and as far as other states go, I have heard a lot of talk about teams wanting it in their area.

Thats just my opinion as a 3 year student from Michigan