Where's the Gracious Professionalism?

[D.Allred]

Originally Posted by J-Blondie

...FIRST was NOT established to be a competition based on winning. It was established to give kid of all ages a way to learn about science and technology and how it could lead them into careers that would pay off for themselves and their greater communities, countries and the world. I have been a part of FRC for 8 years and I have been in FIRST for 11 years. I have seen plenty of teams get upset about losing, or about bad calls over the years, but this year has been overwhelming with the lack of compassion I have seen and the lack of gracious professionalism. I have only worked with two different FRC teams, and the experience was great. I may not have the fame or experiences that other people have who regularly post here, but I have always been someone who needs to say something when I see big problems arise...

Janelle,
I guess I’ve seen more examples of the opposite occurring. We are all passionate about the “sport” of FRC. Even under the stress of change, uncertainty, and miscommunication; the essential principles of Gracious Professionalism have held this season together.

Where is Gracious Professionalism this year? How about this example.

David Allred
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