West Michigan Thanks

[Beth Sweet]

I'd like to preface this by saying that in my 5 years in FIRST, I have never had such an amazing time as I did this past weekend. While there were a bunch of teams who made it amazing, I would like to recognize a few in particular:

111- When you were still available for us (the #6 seed), I knew that it had to be fate. You guys were absolutely incredible out there and pulled off a few moves that I didn't know robots could do! I am so glad to finally have been able to be allied with you guys, it's an experience that I will not soon forget! Thank you for a great tournament!

302- I'll be honest, when we called you, I had no idea what you did (6 exams in 1 week definately kill the ability to get to the regionals on time). You guys were fantastic. Everything we asked of you, you guys got out there and did and did them well. I can't even believe what a great contribution you guys made to our alliance. Thank you so much for going with us!

469, 494 and 703- Dang did you guys give us an exciting finals match set! 1 for you, 1 for us and the last match with everyone on the edge of their seats. That's what I like to see. You guys gave us a competition and I hope that you found us worthy opponents. Can't wait to see all of you in Atlanta.

1256- Ok, this is more of a congratulations than a thanks but I am so proud of you guys! Talk about the rags to riches story! With such limited finances and resources, you guys dominated. I am so glad that we've been able to be friends this year!

To my team- I am so proud of you guys this weekend! I'll send out a team email later, but if anyone is reading this, the #6 seed at this competition and the regional finalists are really something that you all should be proud of.

To everyone else, thank you for making this weekend amazing! This is one I'll never forget!