A Shared Victory on Einstein

[Jared Russell]

I posted my congratulations here: http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/sh...69&postcount=8

Congrats again!

[Abhishek R]

Same as Jared, posted here: http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/sh...09#post1477109

Congratulations!

[George Nishimura]

Congratulations! An incredibly balanced alliance well worthy of the victory.

I just wanted to mention how incredible it was to see 118 stack (and not knock over any stacks) with a bin hanging off their robot. One of the highlights of Einstein, and breathtaking driving.

[marshall]

Congratulations! Y'all were an amazing alliance. It was fun getting to see you play up close in those final matches. What an amazing victory!

[Michael Corsetto]

I share Steve's sentiments 100%.

My tear ducts were empty and my voice was gone before the last finals match.

As a team, 1678 set one goal before us for 2015. Win the World Championship.

We owe this monumental success to every volunteer, mentor, student, parent and supporter along the way.

I'll never forget how quickly Brandon and Christian from 254 got numbers for 5012 "tether cheesecake" printed, or when Oliver, Jack and company from 973 set up a practice step behind the Einstein pits to help us test our new cangrabbing cheesecake. Their character shone through during those moments on Saturday. I have so much respect for these kids and the mentors that have served as role models in their lives.

Getting a phone call from Jim Beck (RD of California), after the win, was incredibly meaningful. I can't think of anyone who has worked harder for FRC in CA than this man, he has been an inspiration and encouragement to so many for so many years, myself included. Thank you Jim!

There are so many more people to thank, and Steve mentioned many of them. To everyone, thank you, thank you, thank you!

I broke down in tears at least 15 times BEFORE the Einstein finals, and another dozen or so times afterwards. The flood of emotions seeing each student on 1678 thrive in a competition setting that celebrates their hard work and achievement is something I will never forget. I could not be more proud of each and every one of them.

This has been a journey that I will never forget.

#soproud

-Mike

[MrTechCenter]

Mike, Steve, and the rest of Team 1678: You continue to inspire us to learn and improve. Congrats on the victory, and keep up the good work! We'll see you guys very soon