Losing on Purpose to Gain Advantage

[donnie99]

What I add to this thread is the idea to use the game to your advantage. During Breakaway in the Curie division at finals, Team 237 and our alliance partners were playing 469 and their partners during qualification matches. Because of the way the scoring was last year, we decided ton ask 469 if we could help them score to increase our points gained. I personally believe that this was alright because it matters to win, make memorable moments, make an impression on other teams that you will work together and for the benefit of everyone, and to play the way that best fits the way FIRST intended. Although the last part is questionable to different people, it allows for the flexibility that makes each robot and team unique. If this strategy achieves that goal, then go ahead, but remember, the number one alliance can have a bad match and end up losing, even if the best three teams in a regional are part of it.