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Originally Posted by JohnFogarty

I'm confused why they aren't implementing super regional events like FTC does. 2 WC events is going to be harmful to the overall quality of this program.

EXACTLY my thinking John! The FTC North SR was super amazing and fun. Why don't they have 4 "Super-Regional Events" (north, south, east, west) that incorporate all the programs (like champs does) to replace champs? This would make the most sense, as it would bring in teams that are more local to the area and reduce travel significantly (I think almost all of our teams drove to the North SR). I could see something really cool like this happening (allowing for quite a few more of the top-notch teams from each state/regional to advance further, and then invite like the winner/finalist to Manchester (or around there) for a "World Championship" type event. I think this would be quite a bit more intimate for the teams advancing to Worlds, but I think it would be cool to get FIRST back to it's roots.

EDIT: Also worth noting that the FTC Super Regionals most likely won't move, as they have secured sponsors who would probably prefer them to not move. Plus gracious sponsors like Rockwell Collins/John Deere/etc brings a lot of people to help out at events.

Also, for those who were complaining about cost... FTC SR only costs $500/team. Is there a reason why we can't get pricing down to this for teams? Maybe find more event sponsors who will underwrite/sponsor the venue?