eSports

The Esports Awards Reveals Pro & On-Air Talent Finalists

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3 years ago

September 21, 2023

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The Esports Awards, the most prestigious night in the esports calendar, is excited to unveil the finalists for this year’s Pro, On-Air Talent, and Journalism categories which include the likes of Fnatic, Amjad “AngryBird” Al-Shalabi, and Yinsu Collins with voting now live. This year’s Esports Awards, taking place across the 29th and 30th of November, will be hosted by the most innovative and technologically advanced nightclub in Las Vegas, Zouk.

The finalists were announced live across the Esports Awards broadcast platforms, including their Twitch.tv channel by American Esports Host Daniel “dGon” Gonzales, Rocket League Caster and Content Creator Elyse “Herculyse” Herrera, Esports Caster Phil “EEVisu” Visu, and Esports Hosting royalty James “Dash” Patterson.

The Esports Awards will also host PWR UP Las Vegas, held at the luxurious Resorts World Las Vegas. PWR UP Las Vegas is the ultimate esports, tech, and gaming conference. Headlining the event is the groundbreaking Esports Awards Open, a golf tournament blending networking and entertainment with top-tier industry executives and celebrities. PWR UP Las Vegas promises to be an electrifying event that defines the future of esports, tech and gaming, powering up passion within the industry.

The full Pro, On-Air Talent and Journalism finalists are as follows:

Pro

Esports Team of the Year

Team Vitality – CS:GO
Team Vitality – Rocket League
Fnatic – VALORANT
Evil Geniuses – VALORANT
New York Subliners – Call of Duty
JD Gaming – League of Legends
w7m Esports – Rainbow Six Siege
Echo – ML:BB
Gaimin Gladiators – DOTA
TSM – Apex Legends

Esports Organisation of the Year

Team Vitality
LOUD
Team Liquid
G2 Esports
Gen.G Esports
Karmine Corp
Moist Esports
100 Thieves
Optic Gaming
NAVI
NRG

Esports Coach of the Year

Danny “Zonic” Sørensen
Victor “Ferra” Francal
Christine “Potter” Chi
Ehsan “DREAL” Javed
Igor “igoorctg” Santos
Renzo “Renzo” Oemrawsingh
Jan “Swani” Müller
Aske “Cy-” Larsen
Yoon “Homme” Sung-young

Esports Breakthrough Player of the Year

Alexis “Zen” Bernier
Max “Demon1” Mazanov
Thomas “Scrappy” Ernst
Kim “D0NGHAK” Min-sung
Kim “Peyz” Su-hwan
Anders “Vejrgang” Vejrgang
Martin “Yike” Sundelin

Esports PC Player of the Year

Nikola “NiKo” Kovač
Cho “Maru” Seong-ju
Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut
Quinn “Quinn” Callahan
Nemanja “Hunter” Kovač
Zhuo “Knight” Ding
Emir “Alfajer” Beder
Max “Demon1” Mazanov
Phillip “ImperialHal” Dosen
Jung “Chovy” Ji-hun

Esports Controller Player of the Year

Alexis “Zen” Bernier
Paco “HyDra” Rusiewiez
Zain “Zain” Naghmi
Matthew “KiSMET” Tinsley
Mashita “acola” Hayato
Amjad “AngryBird” Al-Shalabi
Finlay “Rise” Ferguson
Jack “ApparentlyJack” Benton
Arslan “Arslan Ash” Siddique
Phillip “ImperialHal” Dosen

Esports Mobile Player of the Year

Mohamed “Mohamed Light” Tarek
Frederic “Bennyqt” Gonzales
Gaku “Gaku” Mukai
Erik “Joker” Granström
Burenbayar “TOP” Altangerel
Tensai “Tensai”
Peng “Fly” Yunfei

On-Air Talent

Esports Colour Caster of the Year

Marc “Caedrel” Robert Lamont
Dan “Gaskin” Gaskin
Josh “Sideshow” Wilkinson
John “JohnnyBoi_i” MacDonald
Mohan “Launders” Govindasamy
Thomas “Chance” Ashworth
Ioannis “Fogged” Loucas
Dominik “Lacoste” Stipić
Chad “Spunj” Burchill
Michael “Hypoc” Robins

Esports Desk Analyst of the Year

Mimi “aEvilCat” Wermcrantz
Tyler “Tbates” Bates
Barento “Raz” Mohammed
Alyssa “Allycxt” Parker
Anthony “NAMELESS” Wheeler
Mira “Ephey” Riad
Alex “Mauisnake” Ellenberg
Kale “Genome” Morton
Mathieu “Maniac” Quiquerez

Esports Host of the Year

Alex “GoldenBoy” Mendez
Eefje “Sjokz” Depoortere
Freya “Freya” Spiers
Sean “Stax” Stackhouse
Caleb “WavePunk” Simmons
Yinsu “Yinsu” Collins
Chris Puckett
Jorien “Sheever” van der Heijden
Lottie Van-Praag
Ana Xisdê
James “Dash” Patterson

Esports Play by Play Caster of the Year

Steven “Tasty Steve” Scott
Alex “Machine” Richardson
Brennon “Bren” Hook
Mark “Onset” Hatcher
Conner “Scrawny” Girvan
Brandon Smith
Callum “Shogun” Keir
Clayton “Captain Flowers” Raines
Mitch “Uber” Leslie
Bruno “BrunoClash” Veiga Lopes
Miles Ross
Lauren “Pansy” Scott

Esports Journalist of the Year

Richard Lewis
Dominic Sacco
Kevin Hitt
Alexander Lee
James Fudge
Mikhail Klimentov
Antonio Yuste
Cecilia D’Anastasio
Alejandro Gomis

“I’m continually awestruck by the incredible talent present in the esports industry. It’s an absolute joy to gather everyone and create a space where we can acknowledge, celebrate, and foster growth. I’m eagerly anticipating the upcoming night of fun and camaraderie we’ll share in Las Vegas this November.” Michael Ashford, CEO, Esports Awards

The Esports Awards 2023 campaign key dates:

13th – 20th November: Turbo voting period–votes are worth double
20th November: Voting closes on all categories but 3
25th November: Voting closes for Esports PC Player, Esports Organisation and Esports Team of the Year
27th & 28th November: Inaugural Scholars
29th & 30th November: Esports Awards 2023

The 2023 Esports Awards is brought to you in partnership with Xfinity, Oakley, Amazon Music, Sizzle Creative, and 5GRV.

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Esportes Gaming Brasil exec calls for ‘responsible sponsorship’ at BiS Brasília

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4 days ago

June 4, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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Esportes Gaming Brasil director Hugo Baungartner used a panel appearance at BiS Brasília (Brazilian iGaming Summit) to argue that sports and cultural sponsorships should be measured by their long-term impact, not just brand visibility. Baungartner spoke during the session “A Importância dos Patrocínios e das Leis de Incentivo para a Sustentabilidade do Esporte e da Cultura.”

During the debate, Baungartner said sector maturity requires a long-term approach that turns sponsorships into platforms for relationship-building and local ecosystem development, connecting with fans, consumers and communities.

He highlighted the group’s sports partnerships with Corinthians, Ceará, Náutico and Ferroviária, as well as support for Brazilian cultural events including Carnaval, São João and the Festival de Parintins. Baungartner said major events can move entire supply chains by boosting tourism, commerce and job opportunities, and pointed to the importance of working with local suppliers and professionals in Parintins to expand the positive impacts of sponsorship spending.

Baungartner also addressed challenges in Brazil’s regulated betting market, saying consolidation depends on governance, integrity and consumer protection, alongside efforts to combat illegal operators. He said advances in provider regulation and stronger financial traceability mechanisms are important steps to limit unauthorized activity and improve user security.

“Patrocínio responsável é aquele que cria conexão real com o público e deixa legado no território. No esporte e na cultura, isso significa investir com governança, transparência e propósito, fortalecendo um ecossistema que gera renda, emprego e oportunidades”, afirmou.

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eSports

Team Vitality and Fulllife Unveil a New FPS Jersey for the Valorant Masters London and IEM Cologne Major 2026

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5 days ago

June 3, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Team Vitality has unveiled its new “FPS Jersey,” specially designed for IEM Cologne 2026 and the VALORANT Masters 2026 in collaboration with its apparel partner Fulllife. Conceived as a strong symbol of ambition, performance and legacy, the jersey features an exclusive central crest and introduces a bold visual evolution for the club.

After making history on Counter-Strike, Team Vitality is celebrating its FPS DNA through a jersey dedicated to its two flagship titles. Through this initiative, the club reinforces its ambition to leave a lasting mark on the world’s biggest FPS stages and establish this jersey as a new benchmark within the esports industry.

AN EXCEPTIONAL JERSEY FOR A HISTORIC MOMENT

For this new release, Team Vitality embraces a completely new visual approach. For the first time in the club’s history, purple is introduced alongside its iconic yellow and black colours, in line with the organisation’s new 2026 artistic direction. This bold creative choice allows the jersey to stand out within the esports landscape while surprising and exciting fans.

The symbol featured on the front of the jersey reinterprets an iconic part of the club’s logo: the “V” combined with the lower section of the bee’s body. This graphic element, called the “Mini Bee,” is integrated throughout the jersey’s design to symbolise the swarm — representing collective strength, the identity of the Hive and the power of the Team Vitality community.

Fulllife has brought its technical expertise to a piece designed both for competition and for the fans in the stands. Every detail reflects the club’s continued rise on the international stage and its ambition to leave a lasting legacy in esports. The accompanying apparel collection also incorporates the same colour palette and includes lifestyle pieces designed for everyday wear.

“We are extremely proud of this new FPS-focused marketing campaign — a true love letter to Counter-Strike and VALORANT. An exclusive jersey, a dedicated fan zone, and numerous activations created hand in hand with our partners for our fans… We are ready for two major international events, with the clear ambition of continuing to establish Team Vitality among the best esports clubs in the world,” said Amélie Canet, Chief Marketing Officer.

PERFORMANCE AND RESPONSIBILITY

The FPS Jersey is manufactured in Portugal using NanoMatter, a technical fabric made from 100% recycled polyester and specifically developed for competitive players. Ultra-comfortable, lightweight and breathable, it is designed to perform under the most demanding conditions.

Each order is delivered in Fulllife’s iconic Capsule packaging, redesigned in Team Vitality’s colors, FSC-certified and accompanied by 100% recycled and recyclable polybags.

“This jersey is one of the boldest pieces we have ever produced. Our role was to bring a strong creative vision to life using the best materials and manufacturing processes available, delivering a product that truly reflects Team Vitality’s ambitions on the international stage,” said Maxime Baziadoly, General Manager of Fulllife.

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Belgium

Epic Games and BLAST bring 2026 Fortnite Global Championship to Antwerp

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6 days ago

June 2, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Epic Games and BLAST will host the 2026 Fortnite Global Championship in Antwerp, Belgium, on September 26-27, marking the FNCS season finale at Lotto Arena.

Epic and BLAST said the event brings the Fortnite competitive circuit and BLAST to Antwerp for the first time. The announcement was made at the Fortnite Major 1 Summit in Düsseldorf, Germany.

A $2,000,000 USD prize pool will be at stake, alongside the FNCS Global Championship trophy crafted by silverware artisan Thomas Lyte.

Epic and BLAST positioned Antwerp—located in the Benelux region—as a travel-friendly destination for fans coming from Belgium, the Netherlands, France and Germany. Ticket information is available via the venue listing.

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