About US

Mission Statement

Penya FC Barcelona NYC is "més que una penya" in New York City because we represent the city and our commitment to introduce fútbol, not only as a sport, but also as a catalyst for a greater good.

We embody the diverse population of New York City. Our members represent countries from all over the world. We manifest the club's anthem, "It doesn't matter where we come from, whether from the South or from the North" as it is expressing the spirit of a club that is open to everyone, uniting us in friendship through our passion.

Our Team

Jordi Getman Eraso

President

I was born in Barcelona and Barça runs through my veins since I can remember. My first team hero was Joaquim Rifé because he played right back...

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Roberto Placido

Vice President

Son of Dominican immigrants, I was born and raised in New York City. Although I grew up in a predominantly baseball and basketball community...

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Alex Chicote

Treasurer

Born and raised in Barcelona. My family has the same season ticket seats since 1957 when Camp Nou was inaugurated. But when I was a kid I was not...

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Hala Abouseido

Secretary

I was born in the Middle East and grew up in Jersey (NJ). My favorite childhood memory of being in the Middle East was of my little brother and I...

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Eddy Correa

vp - penya soccer team

I was born in Lima, Peru and grew up in NYC. Soccer (Fútbol) is a passion that has been in my life since I was young. I remember in Peru when I...

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Cathy Stang

vp - merchandise

I grew up in North Carolina, where college basketball reigns supreme and March Madness is religiously followed. However while in college, I met...

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Tom Mudgett

vp - design & Technology

I was born and raised in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. I can’t pinpoint the exact moment I became a Barcelona fan but one of my earliest memories...

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