Thanks Everyone

[Libby Ritchie]

First of all, thanks to everyone that came to the IRI! This competition was a first-class event because of the teams that were there and the large number we had turn out. The competition went smooth, everyone was SOOO nice, and it was a lot of fun!

Ken Leung: What a nice guy! Not only did he save our fannies by running the scoring software, but more importantly he became a friend! I truly enjoyed meeting you, Ken, and expect you to come back to IRI for years to come!

Chris Fultz, 234 Engineer: Thank you so much for all of your help to the event as well as to me. You were there with me to the end I appreciate it so much!

DavEy Kelly: What a guy! Is there anyone that you DON'T know? Thanks or listening to me, making me laugh, being my friend. You are a good guy!!

Steve Wherry: I don't think anyone realizes how important Steve was to all this with keeping track of the money! He budgets, worries, sweats, and does a great job. Thanks to his wife Stacie as well for all her help!

Andy Baker: As David said, you're just Andy Baker! You are one of the nicest people to work with!! You ARE a role model to so many people, not just students. Thanks for all you do!

Nancy Hoff and Cyber Blue Parents: You guys did a fantastic job! Not only did you keep the Ref/Judge room full of food, drinks, and charm, but you did a lot of work behind the scenes as well. Thank you so much!

Jane Kixmiller: I love you!! You did SO much work and made so many lists! You were always there to keep me going and make sure that I found everything that I lost, which was about every five minutes!! You and the parent crew are such a great help with taking care of Scott when we get so busy with FIRST. We appreciate you all so much.

Jason, Collin, Brant: The trips to Wal-Mart, Lowes, Home Depot. You were always willing! Collin you did great on TV when things weren't working...Jason you kept asking me what you could do to help me....You guys need to fail this next year so you don't have to leave Perry!! I will miss you guys!

Mike C, 45: You worked so hard! You did a great job.

I can go on and on and on, but I will do so, as Ken said, in a more personal manner. I do ask that for anyone that volunteered at the IRI as a crew member that you email me your address!

Andy, Scott, Chris, Steve, DavEy: Thanks for the special award! You guys are nuts!

[Chris Fultz]

Well said.

It took many, many people doing lots of small things to make the 2003 IRI such a success.

Thanks again to all who helped, and to all who competed.

The competition level rivals many of the regional events!