[Guopeter]

I honestly don't see defense bots having a significant role in the gameplay.

Defense =\= goal-tending. If I were a defense-bot, I'd go after opponent bot instead of staying in front of the goal.

P.S. Don't forget the scoring algorithm for this year.
For those who follow NHL hockey, Washington Capitals/Team Russia should be the model to follow.

The best defense is when I have the puck and you don't.

-Pie Man