Bray Wanderers' 2009 season was marked by the arrival of Mexican defender David Alejandro Rojina Reyes, a rare representative in the League of Ireland. Reyes joined the club with just a couple of months remaining in the season, as manager Eddie Gormley brought him in to help the team avoid relegation. Despite communication challenges, Reyes adapted to his new environment with the help of his teammates, including Chris Shields, David Webster, and Brian Kane. Shields recalls the team's efforts to help Reyes settle in, saying, 'We did our best to help him settle into the changing room, although there was a massive language barrier.' Reyes was a tough player in training, known for his intense tackles, but he was also a nice guy who got along with his teammates. He had a dream to play in Mexico or the MLS, and he was in Ireland because it was a professional club at the time. Reyes' time at Bray Wanderers was short-lived, but his story is a testament to the club's commitment to giving opportunities to players from around the world.