Gotham Candidate Forum: Division 9
Players in Division 9 will be voting for Fall 2019 Captains and Team All Stars. The election will be held from May 5 at noon through 5 PM on May 8. If you play in Division 9 and have and do not receive a ballot after 1 PM on May 5, please e-mail [email protected]
Below, please find the profiles for all Captain Candidates for Division 9. The profiles are maintained in random order:
Daniel Torres — Hey D9! Being captain twice before was both incredibly rewarding and incredibly fun. I think that the teams I captained resulted in lasting friendships, lots of fun, and more experienced players. As always, I will try to create an opportunity for players to have fun and grow in the league/sport. Thanks! 
Omar Hameen — When I first joined Gotham, I didn’t know anyone nor did I know anything about volleyball but since then I’ve been able to make so many amazing friends who I continue to learn and grow from. I have always been grateful to the incredible people who gave me an opportunity and saw something special in me. As captain I would like to do the same for others and inspire future Gothamites to do so as well. Let’s begin the next season with fun, love and friendship! 😄 
Amy Santiago — My goal as Captain has always been to bring fun, and diversity to my teams, I would love the opportunity to continue that mission. 
Patrick Callahan — One of my favorite parts of serving as captain is the opportunity to give new D9 players a great first experience, while ensuring that returning players continue to have a competitive and fun season. Also, now that I’m 30, I feel like it’s the perfect time for me to start dispensing some of the wisdom I’ve gained over the years – things like “Gotham before burrito, 3-0. Burrito before Gotham, pain in your bottom.” If you want more of those gems, you’ll just have to elect me captain. 
Eric Xu — Having served as a captain four times, I learned and grew from my mistakes. I love the community and strive to pick a fun and competitive team. 
Jonathan Liao — Hello Division 9! Thank you for considering me as a Fall 2019 captain. Gotham Volleyball is like a second family to me. I am so fortunate to have been able to play with and get to know many of you. I think we can agree that being on a winning team is gratifying, but what makes a season most meaningful/fun are the people you share it with and the growth you have together. As your team captain, my top prioritity is to build a supportive, friendly, and cohesive environment along with structure and accountability. I’m already eager to learn about each of you (future team), seeing our skills in action, and witnessing our diverse backgrounds coming together to yield new and exciting memories. Cheers to a great season! Jonathan 
Peter DeCaro — Serving as captain at Gotham has been an enjoyable experience! As those who have been on my teams can tell you, my goal is to create a culture in which teammates have a super fun, drama free experience while playing the best volleyball we can. Laughs and good times, guaranteed!! Thank you for your votes! xoxo 
Jonathan Cordero — I’d love to have another opportunity to put together a team, meet new friends, and build the Gotham family in division 9. Hope to be your captain again and make the Fall another great, competitive, and fun season! 
Keith Kemery — Serving as Captain has been such a rewarding experience for me. If I am Captain, I hope to create a team that plays well in competition and has fun at the same time. I wish to make the Gotham experience the best for each player and promote the game of volleyball. 
Aniru Thomas — Hello Gothamites! I’m presenting my name for your consideration as team captain. To me, a solid team captain is someone who knows how to bring a group of people together for the purpose of learning, growing, and having fun. We all live busy lives and I would like to be a captain that creates a positive environment where practices and games are the highlight of everyone’s week. Happy voting! 
Christian Ng — This is my 4th year with Gotham and would love to be a captain again because I want to pick a fun winning team. I am still missing a Gold medal for all these years with Gotham 
Steven Johnson — Hello Division 9. I’m looking forward to another great Fall season and have decided to run for captain. I want to build a fun team, focusing on improving and playing one’s best game. For those focused on standings—that naturally follows. I just want everyone to play their best and encourage others to do the same. I can’t wait for next season. See you there. -Steven 
Alandy Bautista — I’ve been playing in the league of Gotham since Spring 2015. My journey here has been both fun & challenging. It has taught me to look for the beauty in it & to be grateful. I would bring this aspect as a Captain to see situations with the silver lining, & to assess where I could contribute something by creating a magnificent team that promotes sportsmanship, skills & love like one happy family. We could have an amazing Division 9 where negativity couldn’t grow nor foster, & players would have a smile on their faces. To my dearest D9 Family I’m again running as Captain for Fall 2019. 
Abbas AlWazir — My name is Abbas. I’ve been with Gotham for 4 years and now looking to have a greater role as captain. I’m competitive, supportive, with an audible fun spirit. Here’s to a great season! 
Ian Miralles — I heard this is fun. Let’s check it out!!