Sprout reveal their new CSGO Roster ahead of IEM Cologne

Sprout, the CS:GO organization, has finalized its revamped roster with the introduction of three new players: Ihor "w0nderful" Zhdanov, Rasmus "raalz" Steensborg, and Olle "spooke" Grundström. Alongside these signings, Sprout has also announced the formation of an academy lineup to nurture emerging talent.

w0nderful Adds Firepower to Sprout

One of the headline signings for Sprout is w0nderful, a former AWPer from Spirit. Despite being the team's top performer with an impressive 1.13 rating throughout his year-long tenure, the Ukrainian player found himself benched during a rebuild of the Russian squad. His addition brings valuable firepower and AWP expertise to Sprout's arsenal, making him a key asset for the team's future success.

raalz Returns to Sprout with Experience

raalz, the most experienced player in the new Sprout lineup, rejoins the organization for a second stint. In his previous tenure from 2021 to 2022, he served as the in-game leader. However, this time around, raalz will relinquish the captaincy to 18-year-old Daniil "alpha" Demin, who joined Sprout in May. This transition allows alpha to showcase his leadership skills and prove himself at the helm of a top-tier team.

alpha Takes Charge as In-Game Leader

In a surprising twist, Sprout's press release revealed that alpha, despite his young age, would step into the role of in-game leader. Since joining the team earlier this year after Sprout parted ways with Aaron "AZR" Ward, alpha has exhibited versatility, strategic acumen, and confidence in his decision-making. The organization has recognized his potential and entrusted him with the responsibility of guiding the team's gameplay strategies.

spooke Joins from PROSPECTS

Completing Sprout's revamped lineup is spooke, a former member of PROSPECTS, the now-defunct academy squad of 00NATION. The 21-year-old Swede has primarily competed in lower-tier tournaments with the junior side. Boasting an impressive 1.09 rating across a remarkable 376 maps played in just a year and a half. His addition injects fresh talent and ambition into Sprout's roster.

The New Sprout Lineup

Sprout's revamped roster consists of the following players:

Rasmus "Zyphon" Nordfoss (Denmark)

Daniil "alpha" Demin (Russia)

Ihor "w0nderful" Zhdanov (Ukraine)

Rasmus "raalz" Steensborg (Denmark)

Olle "spooke" Grundström (Sweden)

Leading the team from the coaching position is Danny "BERRY" Krüger, whose experience and strategic guidance will be crucial in honing the lineup's performance.

Conclusion

Sprout's newly unveiled roster, featuring the firepower of w0nderful, the experience of raalz, and the emerging talent of spooke, is poised to make an impact in the competitive CS:GO scene. With alpha taking charge as the team's in-game leader, Sprout aims to refine their gameplay strategies and establish themselves as a formidable force. Fans eagerly anticipate witnessing the team's progression and success as they embark on their CS:GO journey with this exciting lineup.