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Re: What does it take to be considered and elite team?

I think there are a few ways to define Elite (at least in terms of FIRST teams). Here are my thoughts:

1. Technologically Elite: A team who has an amazing robot year after year. Consistancy is key here. The teams that are noted for a paticular strength, drivetrains, arm designs, power, speed, etc. Teams that would fall in this also often have very strong programming. Consistent and amazing autonomous modes, drivetrain control, cool control features. Often times because the robot represents what happens on the field, these teams are the high scorers, the great strategists, and competition winners as well. Their team name and number is often a household FIRST name.

2. Well Known Elite: These are often the teams that are chairmans winners, but not always. They are known as the team who does everything, does it together, and does it well. They raise thousands of dollars, are involved in community service, spread the word of FIRST, etc. They often have several well known and respected mentors & students on Chief Delphi. They are always there to offer a hand to any team or person. Its not their robot that gets them noticed, its their spirit, their desire, and their service to technology in general. Their team name and number is often a household FIRST name.

3. Up & Coming Elite: These are the teams that may be new in the mix in the last few years, but have already made a difference. The team really "gets" what FIRST is all about. They have a passion for engineering, but also a love of the program. Thier new enthusiasm is unmarked and inspiring. Often times they have big names already known in their local regions, but are perhaps not yet an international household FIRST name.


I thought about putting the teams that I thought fell into each category, but thats not the topic of this thread, and I fear I would forget some teams!
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