WASHINGTON - Amateur soccer historian Brian Oakes stated that he remained confident that year 10 is when he starts getting paid for his work as he completed another unpaid assignment for teams in his area from behind the wheel of his 2001 Toyota Corolla that he drives for Uber, Postmates, Door Dash and Grubhub.

Only a few more years of driving this Uber gig, working as a personal trainer, and working part time at the bar before someone notices how much I contribute.

“Eventually they will see all my contributions and my value and offer me a paid position commensurate with my skill and effort over the past 9 or 10 years,” stated Oakes to The Nutmeg News.

Oakes spent the last 9 years building a reputation for being the most informed and reliable voice in United States and New York soccer as he burnished his credentials with not only a vast knowledge of history but an incredible capacity at recalling obscure statistics for teams in the area.

“He’s really indispensable,” stated one DC United team insider. “Without his research and abilities we would be absolutely lost so we offered him a 20% off coupon for a new kit and a chance to attend any of the team special events provided that he is still in good standing with the team.”

Oakes reportedly brought up the idea of being paid for his work last year but was dismissed as, “not having enough experience and the team not having enough need,” despite being utilized every week for statistics and at least once a month for history and research.

Oakes also brought up the idea of being paid for his work this year but was told to, “not make waves on this front if you want to keep your access to the team.”

The Nutmeg News will have more on this as Oakes states that year 11 and 2022 will be the year when he finally makes money for this job.