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Originally Posted by Chris is me
I don't think anyone's saying they're "bad" or even "not awesome". But they haven't been at their 2001, 2002, "why even bother competing since Beatty's here" level in many peoples' opinions (They have "just" been amazing instead of completely no contest dominating). They haven't won the MWR since 2005, for example.
That all being said, I doubt there will ever be a year I would enjoy playing against 71, or not want to be their alliance partner. I don't mean to take anything away from them... They're still one of the top teams in FIRST.
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In the spirit of friendly discussion...
They may not have won MWR since 2005 but since then they have won St Louis (2006 AND 2009) and West Michigan (2008) As well as a slew of other awards that would be astonishing on any other team's resume. 3 Regional Chairmans 2, EI awards, and a handful of technical awards.
Let me tell you, as someone who has competed with and against 71 my whole career in FRC I NEVER enjoy playing against 71. For all I care 71 could put a KOP chassis out there and they would FIND a way to win. I can honestly say that, to paraphrase a famous saying, "There is nothing to fear but Team Hammond itself." I have very few teams that I assume will be great year to year, 71 is top of that list.