[waialua359]

Originally Posted by Foster

I'd guess that it's financial. Our funds are down this year, and from what others have said it's tough to get sponsors. We are doing all we can (why yes, I'd be happy to take your spare change, Thanks!) to keep our team moving forward.

We talked about registering for Atlanta, but passed since we didn't think we could raise the money to go. Others may have been more optimistic about raising the funds.

I'd like to see FIRST open up the wait list for teams now, the difference between a $300 airline ticket on a 30+ day reservation vs a $1000 ticket 10 days in advance is a huge cost difference for teams.

I understand that its financial, but I'd assume its for every single team participating in FIRST. Why would teams sign up, then decide if they can or cannot get the funding in a 2-3 month period?
Funding FIRST endeavors is a big deal, and I would think teams would do it all year round, including starting right after Atlanta from the previous season.

I think the point made earlier is that it prevents other teams from making plans TO attend by not knowing where they are on that list.