Is it true that there is not going to be UC Davis Sacramento Region next year?

[Cory]

I've heard rumors for years that the Sacramento/Davis regional would be no more.

It'd be pretty surprising if it did go away (FIRST would have to add another event in the greater Bay Area), due to SVR being at capacity for years, as mentioned.

[115inventorsam]

Although we aren't dependent on the UC Davis Sacramento Regional, Team 115 would be extremely saddened if that regional were to be discontinued.
I believe that the team has gone to the regional every year ever since it was created, and our members have always enjoyed being at Davis, and I speak for the team in saying that we hope that the UC Davis Sacramento Regional will not only stay alive, but also thrive.

[RLam]

Whether or not there is going to be a Davis Regional next year is a question that cannot be answered at this time. However, it is a possible scenario. A number of factors are considered to decide a Regional's success, which can, in turn, determine whether it is going to be held the following year. This includes, but is not limited to funding (sponsors- few for Davis), sign ups, the planning committee, etc., but the final decision is made by FIRST in Manchester. At this point in time I don't think anybody can tell you about next year, not even FIRST. For right now, let's hope for a terrific Davis Regional that we are all working for!!!

Randy Lam
Regional Director
Davis/Sac