Here is the second edition to my series of articles, Across The Atlantic. You can read the first one here. This time I will focus on Dave "moto" Geffon, and what he has brought to the scene as a competitor, as a manager, and as a spokesman for gamers everywhere.

Dave has been at the top end of competition in Counterstrike for an incredible amount of time. and has one of the most extensive achievements list anyone has seen in the game. Having made some incredibly controversial decisions throughout his career, and having the majority of them pay off immensely, moto is definitely a character worth looking at. Whether you love him or hate him, you cannot deny that he has an immensely strategic mind, and has brought a lot to the game throughout his time gaming.

The thing that separates moto from other gamers though, is his decisions later in his career.

In late 2005 moto went through something all gamers go through at one point, and got an extreme case of burnout. However, whereas most players go inactive or turn to MMO's, moto took a more productive outlet and turned to a more managerial role, while remaining a forerunner in the CS scene. Pushed forward as a spokesman for 3D by their sponsors, nVidia and CompUSA, Dave has really shone as a figurehead of gaming. Having had interviews on CNN, CNBC, G4 and Sports Illustrated, he has accomplished more than any other CS gamer outside our gated community.

However, what's really interesting though is what made this transition so viable for a man such as moto, and why he succeeded so well where others failed.

Personally, I would say the number one reason is his continuously professional attitude and demeanour, both in game and out. Never succumbing to the pettiness of flamers, and never trash talking opponents, Dave has always been one of the most positive role models for gamers merely based on his attitude. He has also got an incredible amount of experience and respect in the game, having won the first CPL ever, having the longest winning streak in CAL-i history, and numerous other large LAN wins, he has an unchallenged resume. Since he has so much experience, he has invariably picked up a large amount of contacts, and knows the people who can put the money behind him to provide these opportunities. He is also a decent looking guy, which helps from a media perspective, and he is always willing to give his opinions, no matter how controversial, thanks to his competitive personality.

Having recently taken over the reigns at Team 3D, and being announced as one of the General Managers in CGS, moto's career as a gamer is far from over, but we can take many positive things from looking at his career thus far. People who want to remain in the scene after their stint as a gamer can take a lot from his commitment, his competitive spirit, and his continuously positive attitude both in-game and out.