StreetPass Long Island is proud to share the first of our Gym Leader Spotlights for the SPLI Pokémon League! If you don’t know about the SPLI Pokémon League, then you should definitely click the links for the league’s main page, which explains how the league works! You can challenge any Gym Leader by selecting their Gym from the League dropdown menu and submitting a challenge using the form on the Gym page. If you’d like to apply to be a Gym Leader, please send us an email and we might put you on the waiting list for next season!

To kick off 2015, we want to introduce the Gym Leaders of the SPLI Pokémon League. Check out some details about the Gym and meet the Gym Leaders that you can challenge. You might even find a hint about their teams!

Normal Gym Spotlight – Click Here to Challenge Now!

Gym Leader: Derrick

Battle Format: Singles – Flat Rules

Accepting Challenges: Everyday from 7PM – 12AM, and Weekdays from 8AM to 12PM

Gym Leader Interview

SPLI: Thanks for taking the time to answer a few questions about your Gym! First of all, we were wondering why you chose the Normal Type for your Gym?

Derrick: I feel Normal Types are the underdogs of the world.

SPLI: Your Gym uses Flat Rules and Singles Format. What made you decide to use these rules?

Derrick: Nothing beats 6 v 6. I think there aren’t too many rooms for tricks, and a lengthy set up can be your downfall.

SPLI: We know it’s hard to choose one, but which Pokémon on your team is your favorite?

Derrick: Stoutland!!! I think he is one of the most underrated Normal Type there is!

SPLI: Many SPLI members are enjoying Pokémon OR/AS these days, but some are still playing Pokémon X/Y. Which Pokémon game for the Nintendo 3DS do you prefer?

Derrick: I am mainly playing on ORAS because of the new VGC rules, but I am going to have to say X/Y for the mere fact of character customization. I felt unique going into battle.

SPLI: Thank you for taking the time to speak with us! We wish you luck with your future Normal Gym challenges!

If you would like to challenge Derrick, please visit the Normal Gym page and fill out the challenge form!