Some of the profitable in-game leaders in Counter-Strike historical past, gla1ve, has introduced that he’s ending his energetic taking part in profession and can proceed his journey as a coach. The 30-year-old Danish participant, who wrote his title in esports historical past in golden letters with the 4 Main championships he received with Astralis, is hanging up his mouse and keyboard to begin a brand new profession.
“I Have A Lot To Supply As A Coach”
gla1ve, who has been on the bench for ENCE since July, formally introduced his retirement from taking part in. Expressing pleasure for the following stage of his profession, the skilled determine now needs to make use of the management expertise he has gained through the years in a training place.
gla1ve instructed HLTV:
“I all the time knew I might develop into a coach someday. I’ve realized so many helpful issues all through my profession as an IGL, each in-game and likewise outdoors the sport, and now I’m simply wanting ahead to with the ability to use all that as a coach.”
gla1ve
Architect of the Golden Astralis Period
gla1ve will likely be remembered particularly for his achievements in the course of the Astralis period. Becoming a member of the group in 2016 and rapidly initiating the ‘Astralis Period’, gla1ve achieved 4 Main championships and the primary Intel Grand Slam victory along with his group. Thought of one of many names who modified the CS:GO meta along with his tactical intelligence and management expertise, gla1ve additionally proved his particular person expertise by putting eighth on HLTV’s High 20 Gamers record in 2018.
ENCE Period and Aftermath
After leaving Astralis and transferring to ENCE, gla1ve managed to achieve the playoffs at IEM Katowice 2024 with the Polish core roster, however stability couldn’t be achieved within the following interval. The participant, who final achieved victory along with his group at Elisa Masters Espoo 2024, was benched in July.
Astralis Legends Bid Farewell to CS
With this choice, gla1ve turned the third title from the legendary Astralis roster to announce his retirement. Beforehand, Andreas “Xyp9x” Højsleth and Peter “dupreeh” Rasmussen had additionally ended their taking part in careers.
gla1ve’s notable achievements:
🏆 4x Main Championship 🥇 Intel Grand Slam Season 1 Championship🏅 IEM Beijing 2019 MVP Award🌟 HLTV #8 Participant of 2018
