Throwing the game.

[Steven Smith]

This isn't a unique situation where throwing a match could upset final rankings.

G15 says in violation there will be a firm talking to, and potentially a yellow or red card if it happens again. As this tactic would be most effective towards the last qualifying rounds, it really doesn't matter.

While yellow/red cards might technically only apply to that regional, the stigma of getting heavily penalized for actions that go against the spirit of the competition might stick with your team for awhile. FIRST teams have good memories.

I don't think you were suggesting your team might consider such a thing, and were just worried about others doing so. However, I personally would not be too anxious about this impacting your strategy or events you attend. Just focus on playing a clean game with a smart strategy, and these things tend to self-police.