2011 Philadelphia Regional

[rcmolloy]

After looking at the TIMS report on registration, I can only say that there is a TON of competition coming back to Philadelphia. So far we have no rookies (yet...) but I am sure there may be a few signing up last minute. Anyway, I know for a fact the Liacouras Center will be electric with competition this year. Although upsetting to see the competition being moved from Drexel, I believe that the Liacouras Center provides better space to actually watch.

Besides me, who else is psyched to play this year in Philly? I know for a fact that it will be a HEAVILY competitive regional and I surely cannot wait!

[Akash Rastogi]

Stupid Temple University...

Myself and other FRC alumni here were pretty disappointed to see that Drexel won't be the host of the regional...anyone know the cause?

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[rcmolloy]

I'm not too sure but if it's capacity I can totally see why. Last year, I did love being in that building and the small but lively atmosphere was just too exciting. The more I think about it, I really enjoyed DAC more than I did Liacouras. Akash, I will try and get more info about this. I hope that Drexel isn't completely shunned out. :/

[Chuck Glick]

Originally Posted by Akash Rastogi

Stupid Temple University...

Myself and other FRC alumni here were pretty disappointed to see that Drexel won't be the host of the regional...anyone know the cause?

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Last year was the final year of the contract that was previously set up with Drexel. I believe that there are talks in bringing it back once all the construction dies down.

[kjhobin]

As a Drexel student, I can tell you that its not becasue of construction (at least not anymore). I have heard a few rumors that its because of the new president comming in...

[thefro526]

Originally Posted by Akash Rastogi

Stupid Temple University...

Got enough Temple hate there, Stogi?

Anyway, we're planning on Competing in Philly again this year, assuming that it doesn't fill up before we can get in. Personally, I liked the Temple Venue in 2009 so the location change doesn't really bother me.

I believe the switch may be due to the Temple Arena's Size. From what I can remember in 2009 it seems to be larger than Drexel's Gym, and if you check the Team Capacity it is set at 54 (I'm assuming they'll have some rookie spots as well) for this year while I believe Drexel's max was around 44 in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2010, though I may be wrong.

[OZ_341]

341 is really looking forward to another great Philly Regional!!
Temple is a nice facility, but we will really miss Drexel.

Drexel's DAC is the true home of the Philly Regional. (IMHO)

[Akash Rastogi]

Originally Posted by OZ_341

341 is really looking forward to another great Philly Regional!!
Temple is a nice facility, but we will really miss Drexel.

Drexel's DAC is the true home of the Philly Regional. (IMHO)

The newly built DAC is really really nice. If any kids at the regional want to visit Drexel let me know.

[thelittlesister]

316, The LuNaTeCs, are extremely excited to be attending the Philly regional no matter where it is. However, I was hoping for a college tour of Drexel.

[Dancin103]

Philly will be packed with competition yet again this year, that is one thing that Philly will never loose. It's always a great time and I can't wait to see what it brings.

[Barry Bonzack]

Its looking unlikely I'll be able to make it to Philly this year. The philly regional has become somewhat of a second home for me, the atmosphere and the people surrounding it are top notch. I'm hoping I'll be able to make another soon in the future.

[Mr MOE]

Originally Posted by Barry Bonzack

Its looking unlikely I'll be able to make it to Philly this year. The philly regional has become somewhat of a second home for me, the atmosphere and the people surrounding it are top notch. I'm hoping I'll be able to make another soon in the future.

We'll miss you, Barry! We will need to get someone to wear one of your umbrella hats as a stand-in.

Philadelphia is always a good time - great teams, friends, and matches. MOE is looking forward to it!

[rcmolloy]

Honestly, tomorrow is going to be ridiculous with ranking and alliance selections. I don't even know how I am going to handle it.

[Kyle]

Congratulations to Teams 303, 1640, 365 and 2607 on WINNING the 2011 Philly regional!!
Great job by 1391, 316 and 486!
I wish I could have been there to see it in person.

[Dillon Compton]

What a dramatic series of elim matches - upsets, penalties, red cards, broken robots, and so many time outs! It was an exciting one for sure (but strangely low scoring).

Congrats to the Blue Alliance (303, 1640, 265, and 2607) for #winning the 2011 Philly regional!

1391 - great job! Wish I could have been with you this year instead of out in SF! 316 and 486, thanks for fighting with us to the end!

//Dillon Compton
//Ex-1391 Mentor