[PWelsh]

I disagree that the FIRST format needs to be changed. This program has been around for many years and yes there are some "powerhouse" teams out there. These teams however were not given their success they earned the success they have with hard work and dedication. I came from a team that had plenty of sponsors and we went to two regionals and nationals every year. Now i am on a third year team and we only have money to go to one regional. I personally do not think FIRST should change their format to make it easier for my team to succeed. We will go through all the same roads that teams have done in the past to see our success and become a "powerhouse" team. Just my personal opinion of how teams should over come problems and make sure their teams succeed.

Phillip Welsh