Please complete the below form to cast your ballot for the Season 13 DCGBL Open Division Board Election.
Here are the statements submitted by each candidate:
Tavis Richardson (director of social/community outreach)
My name is Dr. Tavis Richardson, and I am writing to formally express my intent to campaign for the position of Director of Social/Community Outreach.
Over the past year, DCGBL has become much more than a league to play the sport I love—it has offered me a sense of belonging, brotherhood, and community in a new city. I believe the Director at Large role is an opportunity to give back and contribute meaningfully to the continued growth and impact of this incredible organization.
In this role, I aim to bring my knowledge, skills, and leadership experience to serve as an advocate, ally, and visionary—ensuring we continue our journey from good to great for future generations. As a former school leader and current district administrator, I have extensive experience in public speaking, stakeholder engagement, and systems thinking—skills I believe are directly aligned with the needs of this role. Additionally, I’ve been involved with NGBA-affiliated organizations since 2013 and bring a deep understanding of the culture and values that drive us.
For your consideration (and perhaps for shits and giggles), I’ve attached my resume—which includes further insight into my professional background and experiences that may be helpful to the committee.
Thank you for the opportunity to submit this letter of interest. I look forward to the possibility of serving our community in this capacity.
Brandon Recto (Treasurer)
Hello everyone, my name is Brandon Recto and I’m running to be your Treasurer for the upcoming DCGBL Season! Growing up playing basketball, I didn’t have many examples 
of queer athletes, so when I heard about the DCGBL I didn’t know what to expect. Since joining this league, I’ve been able to become the athlete (and the person) I’ve always wanted to be. That being said, I would love the opportunity to give back to the community that has given so much to me, and I think I can do that best as your Treasurer. Working in finance at Capital One Bank, I use excel on a daily basis and have experience in financial planning/analysis, budget development/management, and data visualization. I believe this set of skills and my connection to this community would make me a great Treasurer for the upcoming term.
Everett Walker (treasurer)
I am interested in serving as Treasurer because I want to contribute to the continued success of the DCGBL by helping 
ensure its finances are managed responsibly and transparently. My professional experience managing budgets, analyzing data, and maintaining accountability has prepared me to oversee the league’s financial operations while supporting opportunities that benefit our players, board members, and community.