2013 Peachtree Regional

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Originally Posted by martin417

Here is what I understand to be the case (if someone from 832 can comment or correct, go ahead).

They added a panel at ~60" high to play defense. It was finished as the timer went off. They had to place the bot on the field immediately. Since there was no time remaining, they were not allowed to pre-charge their pneumatic system. Without air pressure, their shooter could not be elevated. Since it was not elevated, it stuck out beyond the frame perimeter.

I too would like a little more comment from 832 just to get clarification. It seemed as if they were still operating in the beginning of the match as they got in a blocking position against us (4080) and our partner (3489). After a small amount of time (certainly couldn't tell you how long) they stopped moving for the rest of the match. It was all very confusing watching from my point of view as a drive coach. If what you described is what happened, I'm terribly sorry to hear that, certainly a rough way to go out. You were a very tough and strong alliance.

On another note, I'd like to thank everyone for a wonderful event. Thank you to all of the volunteers who helped make it happen! Also thanks to all the other teams at the event. Everyone was very accommodating when we needed help, and very friendly in general. All the teams also helped make sure the event was exciting. The competition was incredibly intense throughout. The eliminations capped it all off well with some very intense and high scoring matches, as well as some strong defensive struggles. On behalf of 4080, I'd like to thank everyone for a wonderful event, we can't wait to come back next year.