team spirit?

[Bill Moore]

Originally Posted by Koko Ed

Not all FIRST teams think or act the same.
You have some teams that focus their strength on having a strong robot on the field.
You have teams that are strong in the FIRST community but are just OK at building robots,
And you have high energy spirited teams that are just a fun bunch to be around.
Not every team is like that due to size and team makeup (boy heavy teams tend to not like cheering with some exceptions). The best thing to do is to try and encourage them.

It also helps if the mentors are a bit crazy themselves. Being open to new ideas (such as our kilts in 2003), shows a team that is comfortable with the "party atmosphere" that so many regionals have. Yes, it is still a competition, and you want your robot to do well, but it also is a celebration of accomplishment. Always make sure that you take the time to celebrate your accomlishments! Even if you do get a bit crazy (in a GP manner, of course)!

[Courtneyb1023]

To me, being a spirited team isn't necessary about dancing around and screaming your head off (although it could be). Spirit is having a positive, gracious, and professional attitude, and very team shows this friendly attitude and willingness to help in their own unique way.

[Marcel]

Last year when we went to the long island regionals I saw alot of people sleeping and like going home once they were done with their matches that day :/

I lost my voice last year and I still haven't found it...