Memorable Moments

[MrForbes]

Having Dr. Flowers take my phone so he could ask my son Steve why he wasn't there in Atlanta

[Cynette]

Originally Posted by squirrel

Having Dr. Flowers take my phone so he could ask my son Steve why he wasn't there in Atlanta

How did Steve Answer him?

I think I night have been there when that happened! At one point when I was waiting for 1511's giant orbit ball to be signed by Woodie, I saw him take a cell phone from someone and start talking!

[Libby K]

By far my most memorable moment in my 17-year history as a FIRSTer happened this year. But let me start with a story I was told before my moment even happened.

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A few years ago, a group of students found themselves in an elevator with Dean Kamen and his parents (my grandparents). At the first stop, Dean got off, but the students, as well as Evelyn and Jack, stayed on.

Student: Oh my god, was that Dean Kamen? (turning to my grandparents)
Evelyn Kamen: Yes it was.
Student: You have NO idea, without him, I wouldn't be here!!
Jack Kamen: No, YOU have no idea...without us, HE wouldn't be here.
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Jack Kamen was a great influence on the man all us FIRSTers consider an inspiration. (I mean, come on, he raised the guy!) Unfortunately, he passed away this past August. It was a great loss to our family and to the FIRST community as a whole. This year at the Championship, FIRST and Dean made the decision to present the Imagery Award in his honor.

As Jack's granddaughter, I was asked to make the award presentation. In front of 25,000 + people. It was an honor and a privelege, and has become my favorite FIRST memory. I know he was looking down on us proudly.

[Jon236]

Libby,

We need to rename the award permanently to the 'Jack Kamen Imagery Award' to honor his memory!

[JaneYoung]

Originally Posted by Jon236

Libby,

We need to rename the award permanently to the 'Jack Kamen Imagery Award' to honor his memory!

That would be a wonderful change/addition. I'd be willing to join with you guys to help in any way.

[Chris is me]

I thought that was permanent? I'd support that change.

[Al Skierkiewicz]

I would definitely vote to have this award become the Jack Kamen Imagery Award from now on.

There were two outstanding things that I remember from this Champs (besides winning of course). The first was being close by when John Novak was announced as the Woodie Flowers for 2009. The second was standing on the field when 971 was picked as our alliance partner and watching the entire 971 team go crazy in the stands.

[Meredith Novak]

Originally Posted by Al Skierkiewicz

The first was being close by when John Novak was announced as the Woodie Flowers for 2009...

I'm really glad you were close by...sorry for slobbering on your safety vest. Thanks for the pictures and holding me up

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[AustinSchuh]

Originally Posted by Al Skierkiewicz

The second was standing on the field when 971 was picked as our alliance partner and watching the entire 971 team go crazy in the stands.

On a similar note, one of my favorite moments was watching the webcast of the Galileo pickings in 254's pit with a couple of 254 students and mentors. When 971 was picked, everyone in the pit jumped up in the air, cheering.

[Billfred]

Originally Posted by Jon236

Libby,

We need to rename the award permanently to the 'Jack Kamen Imagery Award' to honor his memory!

Co-signed.

Starting around 4:30 PM on Saturday at Palmetto, we kinda ran the gamut of emotions in some ten minutes. After losing out in the finals to superior firepower, we only had one hope left to punch our ticket in Atlanta. It was around this time that 3025 was announced as winning Rookie Inspiration, giving us a one in three shot at the honor. My tweet at 4:38 should say it all.

[s_forbes]

Originally Posted by Cynette

How did Steve Answer him?

I think I night have been there when that happened! At one point when I was waiting for 1511's giant orbit ball to be signed by Woodie, I saw him take a cell phone from someone and start talking!

I told him I had a midterm and a Space Grant presentation to give that weekend... so there was no way I could make it. At least I had engineering stuff as an excuse, so I didn't feel so ashamed. I have to admit that I thought my dad was playing a joke on me at first, since talking to Dr. Flowers on the phone isn't something I do very often! This qualifies as my most memorable moment this year.

[ShotgunNinja]

A couple of my favorite moments (from team 2970):

Having my picture taken by the NI booth, with my initials (Nick Iannone ) on the back of my shirt, by one of the women who was operating the booth.

Not needing a signature by Dean or Woody, because I already have them both

Defeating Winnovations a second time this year (first time was in Minnesota, if I remember correctly) as a primary offensive robot on our alliance.

Moshing at Robot Prom.

Watching two consecutive off-the-regolith bounce shots of super cells by the same team's thrower.

Getting to go out onto the field as the Team Media representative and get some great up-close shots of our robot in action.

Meeting up with all of the people and teams we've become friends with, even those who just came to cheer us on (Looking at you, 1525 ).

Being in the presence of so much talent, charisma, and energy.

[hillale]

Originally Posted by ShotgunNinja

Defeating Winnovations a second time this year (first time was in Minnesota, if I remember correctly) as a primary offensive robot on our alliance.

Must have been Wisconsin, we've never made the trip to Minnesota (for FIRST anyways).

ps: congrats on a great season, you guys were great.

[Chris is me]

Winnovation didn't go to either Minnesota regional. You guys were second to them in Wisconsin though. I really liked being partnered with you guys for a QM, that was fun.

I certainly enjoyed cheering you guys on in the Newton Eliminations! If you guys keep doing that every year you'll be a powerhouse team.

[Aren_Hill]

Originally Posted by ShotgunNinja

Defeating Winnovations a second time this year (first time was in Minnesota, if I remember correctly) as a primary offensive robot on our alliance.

We've played 2970 3 times, twice in the finals at wisconsin and once in qualifiers on newton

So, you've beaten us once 3v2, sorry i'm just not a fan of wrong facts being put out

you guys did awesome

and another question, its only your team ive heard it from, but why do you call us winnovation*S* with an s?....its winnovation