Power Alliance At Champs: 2014

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Originally Posted by Yipyapper

Ontario (Here we go...)

I could name a dozen teams to be the first two members of the power alliance, but the ones everyone seems to decide unanimously as the top two powerhouses would be:

Captain - Team 1114: Simbotics - The Hall of Fame team has a mostly reliable two-ball hot auto and was either the 1st alliance captain or the 1st pick at all three of their Canadian regionals this year—despite two controversial semi-final exits, their intake is second to none, their finishing/trussing capabilities are amongst the best in FIRST and their strategy smarts are also among the best.

FIRST Pick - Team 2056: OP Robotics - Still haven't lost a regional (19 now), 2056 can pick up their 2-ball one-hot, one-not autonomous if 1114 were to falter, and could provide a hot one-ball if Simbotics' auto works fine. They made and showcased great trussing and shooting skills, as well as a rare example of strong catching capabilities, and provide strong defense on a lot of teams as evidenced by their dominant win in Waterloo. Since 1114 and 2056 already team up every year, this kind of a power alliance really isn't unlikely if they're in the same alliance.

Second Pick - Team 610: The Coyotes - A close second to the first two teams, it's hard to compare them since they didn't compete against each other this year. The defending world champs have amazing run-and-gun capabilities as well as a strong trussing shot, quick intake and a great two-ball hot auton.

There are so, so, so many amazing teams in Ontario that it's possible to make 5 of these alliances that would crush most other state/provincial alliances, but these three are just the most unreal.

This alliance selection is probably applicable to just about any year's game. Always amazing machines.