Making an effort for 'Theme Week'

[leandrofg 1,189]

I wasn't expecting to write a Media Spot this week. It's going to be a long hard-working one, but this season's 'Theme Week' is very much worth it! Also, there's free TPE in the end. So I'm starting this on Monday night - let's see how long it takes me to publish.

 

First of all, I have got to show some appreciation for every member who has been a part of the VHL throughout the years. I'm a fairly new member. My 4-month anniversary is coming up next week, but there's so much history here... it's hard to start on where to be appreciative, but for everyone involved in this project, thank you for letting me start where the league is now.

 

We start before my account creation on the forum, and I've got to thank the recruitment crew and everyone who has donated. You made the ad I saw on Youtube possible. You made me join the VHL. Thank you.

 

Let's start tagging?

 

First of all, it's got to be @Daniel Janser, my first GM. You took me under your wing in the Mississauga Locker Room, and help me find my way around the VHL, made me feel supported during my first weeks of learning about the league, and tried your best to guide me, never trying to influence my decisions, but giving me the tools to make them the best way I can. The one member I'd point out as my mentor here. Probably with a big part in my continued engagement in the community. For this and all your contributions to the VHL, you were my pick for last season's Frederik Elmebeck Memorial Trophy. Also can't forget your help during last season's WJC, where I asked you to be my AGM, and you accepted without hesitation. Thank you for everything!

 

It's Tuesday morning, I've just sent a nice quote to a customer, therefore I'll write a few more lines. It's time to thank @Ente2997, Mississauga's AGM, but also one of my player's in S82's WJC. For all your help during my first weeks in Mississauga and your engagement during a great run in the WJC (that didn't end all that well), thank you!

 

Then I got traded, but I can't say I didn't enjoy what came afterward. Let's go to Mexico City... later!

 

I came to have dinner at my parents' house. My mother and my fiancée are chatting so I'm going to thank some more people!

 

@youloser1337, you magnificent beast. I must say it hurt a bit when you didn't choose me as the an AGM for the Kings. That was the first position I applied to because it was the first time I felt excited about a position. That was due to the Locker Room environment you created in Mexico City. I thank you for your trust in me my player when you traded draft pieces for our cup run - which was intense and we almost got it!! I loved my time under your management. And, because this wasn't enough, you are also in charge of one of my favorite things in the VHL... Fantasy Zone! Your work is amazing, I love it, and if you ever want an extra pair of hands, I'd love to help you out if need be!

 

@Brandon, my guy! Our time in Mexico City was amazing. We took Houston to 7 and I couldn't be more proud. I know you have a history in the VHL, so it maybe didn't have such a big impact on you, but as a newbie, our camaraderie in the Locker Room stuck and will stick will me during my time here in the VHL. I hope we can play together again!

 

@Spartan, first of all, I'm sorry for all the times I've troubled you. With a wrong claim or with a stupid question... thank you for your patience. In this case, I'd like to think I'd be thanking you in the name of all the new guys that come into the VHL and find some trouble with the claiming process. (To all other updaters, thank you as well, and I'm sorry for not mentioning you, but my chats concerning claims have been with Spartan)

 

@Dom, @samx, and @Alex. What a trio here. I have to say this will be more towards Alex since my interactions were mostly with him. I just want to thank you all for the opportunity to GM in the JST. My first opportunity as a GM, and I must say it ended up going rather well. Let's go, Warriors!! 

 

@thadthrasher, speaking of the JST, my AGM. Luck struck when I was able to pick you. Thank you for your patience, thank you for your help building the team, thank you for your time, thank you for showing me the ropes, and thank you for your message early on during the season... I think I could go on, but it's just a big thank you for everything and your trust. 

 

Sorry to the guys below, but your thank you will only come tomorrow!

 

Well, Wednesday was a tough day and impossible to come here and write. Today I woke up to a few other pings from two great guys. One of whom I have written about, the other I'm about to. Now, it's lunchtime here at the fair, and not many people coming through, so... let's write!

 

@badcolethetitan, @ctots, @Crstats23, thank you for your camaraderie during the JST and WJC! What a great group of GMs that was. Thanks for the friendly banter, thank you for the activity on Discord, and thank you for keeping it fun!

 

@Ricer13 and @fonziGG, thank you for the opportunity in the WJC! Great opportunity to build on the JST knowledge and get to know other members of the community. If possible, I'd like to have another shot with Team Europe, as to correct last year's debacle at the end.

 

@Dil, first of all, thank you for creating the Vasteras Bot. And thank you for allowing me to showcase my talents in the VHLE. It was a tough season, but I hope to have been worth that first overall pick! 

 

@eagle_3450, thank you for all the good times in the Locker Room! And thank you for the Igor-Leon combination.

 

That's it for now. Sorry for keeping it short, but- no time!

 

Well, lunchtime came for me at 4 pm. I've just found out @youloser1337is leaving his GM position, so I'm sorry for what I've said about being your AGM. I wish you the best of luck in life, so you can come back to GMing.

 

@Ricer13 and @Ben, thank you for the trust you had in me to make me the 9th pick in the draft. I appreciate your respect for what I was looking for in a team, and I thank you because Calgary's Locker Room is even more incredible than what I was expecting. I can't wait to come up to the VHL and rock that boat with the guys I'm going to list next! 

 

@jacobcarson877, @Phil, @Rhynex Entertainment, @Daniel Janser, and @DollarAndADream . You guys make up for the craziest locker room, and that's incredible. It's incredibly active and incredibly fun to be a part of. Can't wait to play with you in the future. And to the new retiree, I can wait for Ricer to draft you next season! 

 

@Shindigs, for the WJC competitiveness and for leaving Bratislava, thank you! Also, thank you for not actually leaving Bratislava, you are a truly wonderful member of the community. You're very much deserving of the Frederik Elmebeck Memorial Trophy, although my pick was another man. Thanks for the hair I wish I had too!

 

@BOOM, @Jack Feriancek, @ctots, @youloser1337, @thadthrasher thank you all for the Bratislava Locker Room! It has been a truly great experience being your AGM. Although I don't do much, I do enjoy your weekly answers to my stupid questions. And @BOOM... damn, do you have a knack for great graphics!

 

@FrostBeard, Frosty! My GM! I'm so thankful for the opportunity you presented me with. It has been a pleasure to serve under your management. You have an amazing leadership style, and I can't say I haven't taken that to my bag of knowledge, not only to apply it in the VHL but in life too. You're an incredible character - and I never thought I'd be saying this about a politician! I know I can be a pain in the ass so I'm appreciative of your patience, and dare I say friendship. For that and our future in Bratislava, thank you!

 

Ok, had to leave for a bit, but I'm back to finish strong!

 

I wasn't expecting to finish this until Saturday, but things are quite calm right now. I hope I haven't forgotten anyone who felt should have been mentioned, but truly I'd like to thank and ping everyone who I have crossed paths with, but also those who I did not.

 

@Spartan, can I claim this forever?

[Spartan 4,559]

11 minutes ago, leandrofg said:

Spartan, can I claim this forever

Forever being like 3 weeks, sure! I didn't actually word count it, I'm on mobile. Thanks for the kind words though, and happy to have been helpful

[FrostBeard 2,061]

Dare I say that I have had the best luck with my past 2 AGMs? @leandrofg You are a truly great AGM and a lovely person to be around! Such a great pleasure having you here with me in Bratislava and I hope that our friendship will last far longer than our days as GM and AGM on the same team

[Ricer13 2,836]

@leandrofgYou are too kind, my friend! Kick some ass this post season, can’t wait for you to join the big club next season. You’ve been an excellent addition to this league and am excited to see what your future looks like in the VHL!

[leandrofg 1,189]

5 hours ago, FrostBeard said:

Dare I say that I have had the best luck with my past 2 AGMs? @leandrofg You are a truly great AGM and a lovely person to be around! Such a great pleasure having you here with me in Bratislava and I hope that our friendship will last far longer than our days as GM and AGM on the same team

I believe that says more about the GM you are. It can’t be just luck, and the common denominator is you. And I know it will! Euro-Power!

[badcolethetitan 943]

9 hours ago, leandrofg said:

 

 @badcolethetitan, @ctots, @Crstats23, thank you for your camaraderie during the JST and WJC! What a great group of GMs that was. Thanks for the friendly banter, thank you for the activity on Discord, and thank you for keeping it fun!

 

It was a super fun time! I'm running it back this year, so should be interesting.

[BOOM 8,846]

[leandrofg 1,189]

2nd-week claim!

[leandrofg 1,189]

Claiming for 3rd and last week.