2005 Boilermaker Regional

[Amanda Morrison]

Hey guys! I keep seeing all the other regionals already starting their threads... what about the Boilermaker Regional this year? I am VERY excited about it. The regional is from March 17th - 19th next year.

There is some serious competition going on, and who knows what teams are on the waiting list. There are 8 different states represented so far... even from Georgia and North Dakota! There are also seven different colleges and university teams listed. There is a list of teams below - a lot of FIRST legends and recognizable names.

I'd like to know your thoughts and comments on this regional - what you think about it, what expectations you have, etc.

45 - The TechnoKats; Kokomo, IN
68 - Truck Town Thunder; Pontiac, MI
93 - NEW Apple Corps; Appleton, WI
101 - Striker; Chicago, IL
111 - Wildstang; Schaumburg, IL
135 - Black Knights; Mishawaka, IN
269 - Cooney Quest; Oconomowoc, WI
292 - PantherTech; Russiaville, IN
382 - Columbus, OH
447 - Mr. Roboto; Anderson, IN
461 - Westside Boiler Invasion; W. Lafayette, IN
548 - Robostangs; Northville, MI
554 - Ft. Thomas, KY
703 - Saginaw, MI
829 - Warren Robotics; Indianapolis, IN
868 - TechHounds; Carmel, IN
872 - TechnoDevils; Columbus, OH
876 - Northwood, ND
963 - TigerTechs; Columbus, OH
1000 - Cybearcats; Valparaiso, IN
1002 - CircuitRunners; Marietta, GA
1008 - The Lugnuts; Columbus, OH
1018 - RoboDevils; Indianapolis, IN
1020 - The Prank Monkeys; Muncie, IN
1022 - ArcherGEeks; Ft. Wayne, IN
1024 - Kilobytes; Indianapolis, IN
1038 - Lakota East Robotics; Liberty Township, OH
1103 - Darien, WI
1108 - Panther Robotics; Paola, KS
1272 - Tyrannical Mechanicals; Bloomington, IN
1327 - SBOTZ; South Bend, IN
1501 Team THRUST; Huntington, IN
1529 - Indianapolis, IN
1555 - Monon, IN

[Kyle Love]

I predict this will be one of the regionals that will have some of the "stiffest" competition. There's a bunch of veterans along with teams that are newer, but really good. Hopefully, there can be new team relationships built.

If you want me to predict the winner from the list, even before we find out the game, I would have to say 111, 93, 1024. (That is if I have to remain impartial HAHA) Just because those teams seem to do really well, but since the game isn't out we really can't pick a good choice yet...

I also think the Purdue regional will be the most fun one of them all! Is there a team social planned?

-Kyle

[Ricky Q.]

Cooney Quest is excited about getting into the Boilermaker Regional and we look forward to making this first-year regional a huge success. Look for a lot of fun and some great competition at Purdue University in March, it will be a great warm-up for the Midwest Regional the next weekend.

See you all there!

Oh and I expect some hardcore tailgating at this regional, we'll bring the brats

[CrazyCarl461]

Originally Posted by Kyle45

Is there a team social planned?

There are actually two team socials planned, both on campus. I don't know what is finalized yet, so I'm not going to make any promises .. but I hear their initials are PMU and RSC . Also, the academic campus will be right there to visit during the day. We will definitely do some tailgating Boilermaker-style with grand old Ross-Ade Stadium looming a mere half-mile in the distance. There is much more in store, including some special guests, so come March 17th get ready to Boiler Up!

[dubious elise]

like ricky said, everyone on the team is extremely excited to be attending boilermaker this year. we are expecting a lot of tough but diverse competition from y'all!!

[AmyPrib]

Originally Posted by CrazyCarl461

There are actually two team socials planned, both on campus. I don't know what is finalized yet, so I'm not going to make any promises .. but I hear their initials are PMU and RSC . Also, the academic campus will be right there to visit during the day. We will definitely do some tailgating Boilermaker-style with grand old Ross-Ade Stadium looming a mere half-mile in the distance. There is much more in store, including some special guests, so come March 17th get ready to Boiler Up!

There is "officially" only one team social, on the typical Friday nite. But there will be some optional activities for Thursday nite. We may post more info later, possibly along with other Regional info, but not until things have been finalized.
Although I'm biased, I think it will be a great Regional that everyone will enjoy. Even if your robot isn't attending, bring yourself, bring all!!!

[Josh Hambright]

All i have to say is that this regional is gonna rock. I've been waiting to see this happen for what seems like ages, but it finaly is happening, and i cant wait. A regional in my own home town, like a 5 minute walk from my house. And the competition is gonna be awesome, so many great teams are gonna be in attendance. I'd have to say that if your missing out on this one your missing out on more then you can imagine.
Aint no party like a party on the wabash!

This is going to be an awsome regional. I cant wait!

[Kevin Kolodziej]

One way or another, I'll be there at least on Saturday! I can't wait!!

Kev

[Chris Fultz]

The Boilermaker Regional needs a few more volunteers.

We need people for CROWD CONTROL, ROBOT INSPECTION and a few other positions.

Talk to your parents and others involved with your team - volunteering is a great way to give back to FIRST -

www.usfirst.org

[rufu5]

I posted this earlier, but no one seemed to see it

http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/sh...highlight=xbox

An xbox tournament between teams, check that thread out for all the details, then e-mail me at crazy88killsquad@yahoo.com

IT WILL BE AN AWSOME TEAM MINI-SOCIAL THING-A-MAGIJ!

[AmyPrib]

Originally Posted by rufu5

I posted this earlier, but no one seemed to see it

http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/sh...highlight=xbox

An xbox tournament between teams, check that thread out for all the details, then e-mail me at crazy88killsquad@yahoo.com

IT WILL BE AN AWSOME TEAM MINI-SOCIAL THING-A-MAGIJ!

I will bring it up to the planning committee to see where/how we could setup a place for it. I assume you're thinking to do this at the Team Social on Friday night.

[rufu5]

That would be AWSOME!

please e-mail me at crazy88killsquad@yahoo.com with any info you get THANKS!!!

[birdman]

Hi I'm with team 703 team Phoenix and i just want to say good luck to all teams and we are all the way from Saginaw Michigan, we hope its a fun regional so we can continue to come back. One thing what is there to do in Indiana were staying @ the signature inn so if u know of anything to do w/b, also if there going to be a robotics party to any team also staying at the hotel i said i.m me aim: insayneclo3n or yahoo:jrboy_2005 or email me at jrboy_2005@yahoo.com t.y and please look out for team 703 team Phoenix we built a aw- some robot and I'm the main scout and I'm looking for favorites.

[Amanda Morrison]

Folks,

We are only one day away from this much anticipated regional!
Serving as Teams Coordinator, I've had some great requests, and worked on a lot of suggestions for our regional. I wanted to make sure to state that if there is anything else I can do for you (coming as an individual) or your team (competing at the regional, or just coming to enjoy) in the next few days, feel free to get in touch with me. I'll be more than happy to solve a problem, answer questions... pretty much do everything but fix the robot!

Also, as a side note, if you are a participant in the regional, fill out your activity survey as soon as possible! You'll receive a lanyard and name badge customized for you and your team. Your team leader has already received information about this. Don't be the only one without one! You can find the activity survey at http://first.purdue.org/boilermakerr...ctivitysurvey/.

Thanks, and let's have a great competition!
Amanda Morrison