Moin Khot
Jun, 06.2023
DisguisedToast's VALORANT team has experienced a bitter end to their journey in the NA Challengers League, as they were relegated after a string of disappointing performances. The team's 11 consecutive series losses left them in last place, marking a winless showing for Jaccob "yay" Whiteaker during his time with Disguised.
Despite a series of roster moves that saw players come and go, the Disguised roster struggled to find their footing. They managed to win just two maps since yay joined the team, and even resorted to surprising their opponents by pulling out unconventional agents like Reyna or Chamber. However, these attempts proved futile in turning the tides of their misfortunes.
Following the loss, yay expressed strong criticism towards the team as a whole, stating on Twitter, "The mistakes that are happening on this team are things in which I'm 99% sure ranked players could do better. It's actually pathetic that we are 'salaried professionals.' I'm donating my last paycheck to charity since I don't deserve it."
DisguisedToast, known for his involvement in the tier two esports scene and his transparent approach to org ownership, expressed his disappointment with the team's performance. However, he also acknowledged their journey, remarking, "It didn't end the way we hoped, but I'm still very proud of what these players did in one year. From zero esports team to one esports team. And maybe now back to zero esports team. It has been a ride."
While DisguisedToast has ventured into League of Legends by signing an NA Challengers roster and has shown interest in a new VALORANT Game Changers roster, he has voiced concerns about the potential LCS player walkout, which may impact his plans in the future.
The relegation of DisguisedToast's VALORANT team serves as a humbling reminder of the challenges and uncertainties in the competitive esports landscape. Despite their best efforts and the support of their dedicated fanbase, the team's performance fell short of expectations, ultimately resulting in their relegation from the NA Challengers League.
As DisguisedToast navigates the ever-evolving world of esports, he remains determined to learn from this experience and continue exploring opportunities for growth. His transparency and open approach have made him a respected figure in the industry, and fans eagerly anticipate his next moves as he strives to find success in other gaming ventures.