Astralis bolsters CS2 roster with star signings "jabbi" and "stavn"
Astralis, one of Counter-Strike's historic organizations, has made significant changes to its main team roster by signing Danish star players Jakob "jabbi" Nygaard and Martin "stavn" Lund from Heroic. The strategic move comes after a disappointing last-placed exit at BLAST Fall Final, prompting the organization to reevaluate and strengthen its lineup.
CEO Anders Hørsholt's Welcome
The decision to bring in jabbi and stavn follows their standout performances and the desire to align with Astralis' goals, as expressed by CEO Anders Hørsholt. Hørsholt emphasized that both players possess the qualities and mindset essential for success in Astralis. The organization views this acquisition as a crucial step towards achieving both short-term and long-term objectives.
"They both have the qualities and mindset we are looking for in Astralis, and by bringing in two players of this caliber we take an important step towards our goals short and long term. Both players have made it very clear how much they want to be a part of our organization, which besides raw talent and hard work is key to becoming a success in Astralis." - Anders Hørsholt, Astralis CEO
Players' excitement and gratitude
In a statement, stavn expressed his excitement about securing his future with Astralis, marking the end of a four-year journey with Heroic. He highlighted the rare opportunity to play alongside one of the greatest players in the game, dev1ce, and emphasized his anticipation of teaming up with blameF and Staehr.
"The past few months have been very turbulent and uncertain, so I am thrilled to have my future in CS2 secured with Astralis." - Martin "stavn" Lund
Similarly, jabbi thanked Heroic for the memories created during his time with the team and expressed eagerness to embark on a new adventure with Astralis. He emphasized his commitment to achieving shared goals within the organization, showcasing a determination to contribute to the team and its community.
"I want to thank everyone in Heroic, who has been a part of the journey we've shared together the past year and a half. I've really enjoyed my time, and together we created memories that will stay with me for life." - Jakob "jabbi" Nygaard
Sports director Kasper Straube's acknowledgments for boRUP and Buzz
Kasper Straube, Astralis' Sports Director, acknowledged the contributions of b0RUP and Buzz, expressing respect for their efforts and predicting a bright future for both players. Straube also expressed excitement about the addition of jabbi and stavn, highlighting their playing style and personalities as fitting seamlessly into the Astralis team and organization.
"I would like to thank 'b0RUP' and 'Buzz' for their tireless contribution to the team. I have the greatest respect for both of them as players and people and am sure they have a bright future ahead of them!" - Kasper Straube, Sports Director
Fan interaction and event announcement
The organization plans to introduce the new signings to fans during a special event on Saturday at Fields, held in collaboration with OMEN and Elgiganten. Fans will have the opportunity to meet the team, including jabbi and stavn, starting from 12 noon, followed by a fan march at 12:45.
"On Saturday at 10 am, Astralis fans meet up for a big fan event in Fields, held together with OMEN and Elgiganten, next to Royal Arena. Here, the fans will be able to meet the team, including jabbi and stavn from 12 noon, where they will also start the big fan march at 12:45."
Astralis updated roster
As of today, the Astralis main team roster consists of:
- Benjamin "blameF" Bremer
- Nicolai "dev1ce" Reedtz
- Victor "Staehr" Staehr
- Jakob "jabbi" Nygaard
- Martin "stavn" Lund
With these exciting additions, Astralis also aims to revitalize its roster and compete at the highest level in the world of Counter-Strike.
Conclusion
In summary, Astralis' recent roster changes, welcoming Jakob "jabbi" Nygaard and Martin "stavn" Lund, signify a strategic move to revitalize the team's competitive edge. CEO Anders Hørsholt and Sports Director Kasper Straube's positive remarks also highlight the organization's commitment to success. With the fan event on the horizon and an updated roster, Astralis undoubtedly aims to usher in a new era of competitiveness and community engagement in Counter-Strike.
Feature image credits: Astralis Twitter
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