The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
A Sit Down With Daniel Gaitan
10/9/2017 12:05:00β―PM | Men's Soccer
On Friday night, the UAB Department of Athletics will induct five new members into the Hall of Fame. Daniel Gaitan played for the Blazers from 1978-1980. He holds the career records for goals (57), points (133) and points per game (3.1) Check out what the hall of famer had to say about his upcoming induction.
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What does UAB mean to you?
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UAB represents: Passion.Β Passion for learning, growing and achieving success that led me to where I am today.Β Attending UAB offered me not only an opportunity to demonstrate academic success, but athletic attainment as well.Β
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What is your best memory from your time playing here?
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My best memory of playing for UAB was being part of a team that was closely knit. Though our own personal talents were exhibited, they were celebrated among the teammates.Β We worked hard and accomplished great things together.Β
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What does it mean to you to be inducted into the UAB Hall of Fame?
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It is an absolute honor; I am truly humbled. Playing soccer is probably one of my favorite past times. While my passion for medicine led me on a different path, I never have forgotten from where my journey began. Β I was part of something wonderful that was built upon throughout my life.
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What do you think of the way that UAB has grown since you played here?
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With the support of the university, Mike Getman and his team of coaches have raised the soccer program to a competitive national level.
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Looking back, how did UAB help mold you into the person that you are today?
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UAB helped establish a strong educational foundation. Throughout my academic career, those tools were utilized in helping me achieve where I am today.
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What does UAB mean to you?
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UAB represents: Passion.Β Passion for learning, growing and achieving success that led me to where I am today.Β Attending UAB offered me not only an opportunity to demonstrate academic success, but athletic attainment as well.Β
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What is your best memory from your time playing here?
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My best memory of playing for UAB was being part of a team that was closely knit. Though our own personal talents were exhibited, they were celebrated among the teammates.Β We worked hard and accomplished great things together.Β
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What does it mean to you to be inducted into the UAB Hall of Fame?
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It is an absolute honor; I am truly humbled. Playing soccer is probably one of my favorite past times. While my passion for medicine led me on a different path, I never have forgotten from where my journey began. Β I was part of something wonderful that was built upon throughout my life.
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What do you think of the way that UAB has grown since you played here?
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With the support of the university, Mike Getman and his team of coaches have raised the soccer program to a competitive national level.
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Looking back, how did UAB help mold you into the person that you are today?
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UAB helped establish a strong educational foundation. Throughout my academic career, those tools were utilized in helping me achieve where I am today.
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