Not to Be a Total Stick in the Mud

[Koko Ed]

but there were some things I saw last weekend at Alamo that I suspect happens at other events that needs to be addressed.
1. I saw some teams brought cheerleaders to the event. It's great that you get the school involved and they add atmosphere to the event but please if they come don't have them doing maneuvers at the side of the field. It's very dangerous.
2. Please don't play on the ramp at the end of the event. It's not a toy and it could flip up and you could really get hurt.
3. I have no idea why but every event I go to people insist on going down into the field area where they don't belong. If you do not have a drivers button, a media pass or are a volunteer of any sort you are to stay out of there. Especially when you come through the back exit where there is a big old sign saying it's off limits. You are not allowed to go down onto the football field during a Cowboys game (without SEVERE consequences) why is it ok to do it here?
4. Why oh why do people insist on running through the pits? You may need your robot fixed but if you flatten and hurt someone I would certainly hope they would take priority over robot since your carelessness. It's too crowded in the pits to be running don't do it!
5. I saw several teams having to carry their robots to the field. I think it would be an awesome thing to do if a veteran would help them out with an extra cart (if they have one. One of those furniture movers might be all that's needed). Not only is it unpleasant to have to carry a 120 pound robot from the pits to the field but it can be dangerous as well). Who knows? It might attract the attention of a judge and get you a GP award.

While having a good time is the main reason we are at the event please be mindful to not do things that can ruin a good time by doing silly things that aren't necessary.