2005 Boilermaker Regional

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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
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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

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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 :wink:

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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 :wink: . 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!

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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!!

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:smiley: thank u, we will be there. i am very excited to have a “home-town” regional.

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The CircuitRunners from GA are excited about the trip to IN. We look forward to working with the teams to set a standard that will catch the attention of the other Regionals. We have an alum at Purdue and can’t wait. See everyone in March. It will be a long ride but well worth the trip.

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Thanks for the vote of confidence, Kyle - I hope we don’t disappoint! It’s flattering to be associated with such good company and I am looking foward to a spirited competition in West Lafayette!

If IRI is any indication of how the Hoosier state runs a competition, we’re in for one AWESOME competition! Rock on Indiana!! Show us how it’s done!!

Sean

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The three IRI planning committee leads are on the Boiler Regional planning committee (Libby, Andy & myself), plus a great group of others that are very involved with the IRI, plus a great group of Purdue students and faculty and other volunteers!

I think it is going to be a great regional!!

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Special note to teams contemplating the Boilermaker Regional:

As you may know, NASA will be providing up to 20 “challenge grants” to teams attending the Boilermaker Regional Competition. NASA is prepared to fund grants to 10 rookie teams and 10 veteran teams for this event. Teams, particularly rookies, are invited to submit a proposal to receive one of these grants via the NASA FIRST Sponsorship Application web page. Proposals are due no later than midnight EST on November 9, 2004.

At this point in time, we have received significantly fewer pre-registrations for these grants than the number of grants available. If you are even mildly considering applying for a grant, we encourage you to do so.

-dave

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i hope you all have fun at that regional!! I remember when i was new to FIRST and 461 picked us for the quarterfinals, it made my month. I hope to see all of you next year, as we wont be attending that regional, maybe we can show up to IRI

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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!!!

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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!

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

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

Kev

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I can’t wait either. I really like the idea of going to such a great school for a regional!!! Does anybody know of any good hotels near teh school, besides the University Inn or Holiday Inn??? :slight_smile:

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Right after Kickoff, the Regional Committee will be sending this and other relevant information out to the teams that are signed up. Check with your team leader around that time! :slight_smile:

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i’ll be there, coming back from spring break early just to see it. i have space to house two girls, should they need it, and if the dining courts (any of them, this is our spring break so they might be closed) i’ll donate some of my dining dollars to feeding them. if not, there are restaurants in the union, and i can help donate a meal a day. only enthusiastic FIRSTers need apply. PM me if interested. :slight_smile:

edit: i live in shreve hall, which is only a 5 minute walk to the venue, and yes, it is a dorm, but i assure you, it’s kept very clean and always comfortable. i have pics if you need them.

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If I didn’t already live in town, I’d be staying in the Hilton Garden Inn located in the Wabash Landing. It is a really nice hotel and I hope FIRST offers packages for teams who want to Boiler Up in style.

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just fyi: the res hall food courts will not be open this week, but the union will be with limited hours. there are plenty of quick, cheap places to eat pretty close to campus though.