Ryan Sierra – DT – Orange County Otters
Draft Day Reaction
Remembering what the emotional roller coast felt like, was something easy to recall for Ryan Sierra. “It was so crazy. The uncertainty and not knowing when I might be drafted or where I could be going. There wasn’t even a guarantee of making an NSFL team even after getting drafted. Could I be going back to Tijuana to play for another year?”
After realizing the Baltimore Hawks has just passed over Sierra with their both of their 1st round picks, great confusion overwhelmed him. Just as quickly as he felt the rage and anger of being lead on, the euphoria of hearing his name snapped him back to reality. The 6th pick came and went, as the Hawk selected Fletcher, a surprise in of itself, quickly the commissioner was back to the podium with the first of two consecutive picks for the reigning NSFL Ultimus Champions, the Orange County Otters.
“With the 7th pick of the Season 5 NSFL draft, the Orange County Otters select, Ryan Sierra, offensive lineman from the Tijuana Luchadores. The Otters also have the 8th selection and are on the clock.”
Those words immediately calmed his fury and ignited what was Ryan’s glorious moment of affirmation and reconciliation. All the time, hard work, blood, sweat, and tears came to the forefront of his mind. The emotions hit him so hard, all he could do was kneel. His knees hit the floor, as he was rushed and greeted by his surrounding friends and family. They just wanted to be close to him in support to show their love and affection and appreciation for his dedication to be a man. His efforts to becoming the best person he can be, don’t begin or end with his talent or efforts on the football field, but extend far beyond sports.
What Sierra plans to do with his success and notoriety dwarf even his biggest dream on the field. While he loves to play football, his true love lies in the caring for and helping people succeed. Success in the littlest of goals, mean the accomplishments are stepping stones for the wildest of dreams.
The party that night continued into the early morning hours, as the BuBinga Lounge was home to Sierra and his 100 closest friends and family members that night. His connections to both the Eldorado Casino ownership, the Caranos, and Reno city counsel have helped promote his positive influence to the community, as he works to establish a working relationship in his city.
In an interview with Ryan Sierra just moments following his selection, he has this to say,
“I want to thank the ownership and leadership team with the Orange County Otters organization for taking a chance on a football player, who has been overlooked by many higher institutions, best college programs in the country, and even the NSFL teams who I felt knew me the best. The adrenaline is running so high right now, I’m not even sure what to think or say. I just want to hug everyone. I don’t have any hard feelings toward those unfortunate souls who couldn’t commit to me, because my commitment to this game, this community and my new hometown and organization is going to be infectious. The plans I have for my future and the future of these great towns are sunny and bright.”
When reflecting on his new team and their recent success, Ryan said, “Going to a team coming off a championship where a culture of professionalism and accountability has already been established, I know I will have to learn the ropes quickly, if I want to see the field anytime soon. I can’t think of another situation where my talents would serve as a compliment to the established players rather than be relied upon for immediate production. I feel this will allow me to ease into my role, whatever that may be.”
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Draft Day Reaction
Remembering what the emotional roller coast felt like, was something easy to recall for Ryan Sierra. “It was so crazy. The uncertainty and not knowing when I might be drafted or where I could be going. There wasn’t even a guarantee of making an NSFL team even after getting drafted. Could I be going back to Tijuana to play for another year?”
After realizing the Baltimore Hawks has just passed over Sierra with their both of their 1st round picks, great confusion overwhelmed him. Just as quickly as he felt the rage and anger of being lead on, the euphoria of hearing his name snapped him back to reality. The 6th pick came and went, as the Hawk selected Fletcher, a surprise in of itself, quickly the commissioner was back to the podium with the first of two consecutive picks for the reigning NSFL Ultimus Champions, the Orange County Otters.
“With the 7th pick of the Season 5 NSFL draft, the Orange County Otters select, Ryan Sierra, offensive lineman from the Tijuana Luchadores. The Otters also have the 8th selection and are on the clock.”
Those words immediately calmed his fury and ignited what was Ryan’s glorious moment of affirmation and reconciliation. All the time, hard work, blood, sweat, and tears came to the forefront of his mind. The emotions hit him so hard, all he could do was kneel. His knees hit the floor, as he was rushed and greeted by his surrounding friends and family. They just wanted to be close to him in support to show their love and affection and appreciation for his dedication to be a man. His efforts to becoming the best person he can be, don’t begin or end with his talent or efforts on the football field, but extend far beyond sports.
What Sierra plans to do with his success and notoriety dwarf even his biggest dream on the field. While he loves to play football, his true love lies in the caring for and helping people succeed. Success in the littlest of goals, mean the accomplishments are stepping stones for the wildest of dreams.
The party that night continued into the early morning hours, as the BuBinga Lounge was home to Sierra and his 100 closest friends and family members that night. His connections to both the Eldorado Casino ownership, the Caranos, and Reno city counsel have helped promote his positive influence to the community, as he works to establish a working relationship in his city.
In an interview with Ryan Sierra just moments following his selection, he has this to say,
“I want to thank the ownership and leadership team with the Orange County Otters organization for taking a chance on a football player, who has been overlooked by many higher institutions, best college programs in the country, and even the NSFL teams who I felt knew me the best. The adrenaline is running so high right now, I’m not even sure what to think or say. I just want to hug everyone. I don’t have any hard feelings toward those unfortunate souls who couldn’t commit to me, because my commitment to this game, this community and my new hometown and organization is going to be infectious. The plans I have for my future and the future of these great towns are sunny and bright.”
When reflecting on his new team and their recent success, Ryan said, “Going to a team coming off a championship where a culture of professionalism and accountability has already been established, I know I will have to learn the ropes quickly, if I want to see the field anytime soon. I can’t think of another situation where my talents would serve as a compliment to the established players rather than be relied upon for immediate production. I feel this will allow me to ease into my role, whatever that may be.”
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