Registration - Professionalism

[Mike Martus]

To all team leaders: I have heard that there are several teams trying to
register multiple times to eventually obtain an even number due to the rule for
the nationals.

Warning! This apparently will not work as FIRST has very good records on
teams and their appropriate numbers. In fact I have heard that several teams
have been contacted regarding this. I am sure a cross reference system exists
that will catch the change. Along these same lines, I have also heard
of teams registering as a "Rookie" team to get a new number. I am sure FIRST
will double check all registrations very close this year.

Please do not embarrass your school or corporate sponsor by this type of
tactic. This is not the gracious professionalism FIRST teams are known for.
I know the rules seem unfair to some teams. Please understand that FIRST has
had to make some very tough decisions as of late. Let's respect their
choices.