As a long-time esports enthusiast who has witnessed the rise and fall of numerous teams, I am thrilled to see T1 taking a bold step towards revitalizing their Valorant division. Having closely followed T1’s journey in League of Legends, where they discovered and nurtured the prodigious talent that was Faker, I can’t help but feel a sense of anticipation as they embark on this new endeavor.
In a recent interview, the CEO of T1, Joe Marsh, shared that their strategy for venturing into Valorant mirrors their approach to youth development in League of Legends, a method that led to the discovery of the prodigious player, Faker.
In the early 2010s, T1 identified Faker’s potential and brought him onto their B-team for development. This nurturing process transformed him into the exceptional player he is recognized as today. Over the years, the organization has grown its youth academy, fostering talents such as Zeus and Gumayusi to compete alongside the Greatest of All Time (GOAT).
During a conversation with RTP Arena, Marsh detailed T1’s strategy for adapting their approach to Valorant, as their previous teams haven’t met expectations over the years. The CEO revealed that the team will consist of eleven players, and they aim to field an entirely Korean lineup.
Our esports academy currently boasts approximately 250 students, with around half of them specializing in Valorant. The standout Valorant player will likely be someone who has dedicated their skill exclusively to this game, rather than transitioning from CS:GO or Overwatch. Consequently, we are focusing our investment at the grassroots level in nurturing such talents.
As an enthusiastic supporter, I’d like to highlight that my favorite team, T1, was among the pioneers who embraced Valorant back in 2020, signing a North American squad composed of players once dismissed from CS:GO. Unfortunately, their professional performance in the circuit didn’t yield significant results. However, since transitioning to VCT Pacific with rosters from Asia and internationally, T1’s prospects have shown marked improvement, filling me with optimism as a fan!
Interestingly enough, during the VCT league era, T1 added experienced players from other esports to their roster. They recruited ex-Overwatch professionals such as Carpe, Munchkin, and Sayaplayer, as well as veteran Counter-Strike player xccurate.
Since shifting base from North America, Team 1 has participated in three significant VCT tournaments, yet they haven’t secured any trophies nor achieved top placements except for a third place in the 2023 VCT Pacific League.
In October, Marsh announced that Team T1 will unveil their Valorant roster for the 2025 season. This means fans will have an early peek at the team’s fresh strategic direction before they embark on their VCT tournament journey.
Discovering and nurturing lesser-known skills in Valorant’s solo queue has been the secret to victory for various teams between 2023 and 2024. For instance, Evil Geniuses found Demon1 hidden in the ranks before claiming a Champions trophy, while Gen.G unearthed Karon for their 2024 roster that bagged a Masters title.
As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but wonder if Team 1 will unearth a prodigy as exceptional as Faker in Valorant, considering his legendary status in League of Legends. Judging by their past performance, they certainly have the potential to discover such a talent.
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2024-09-27 20:48