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Team Vitality, Ben & Jerry’s and Magnum Unleash Sub-Zero Rocket League – The Frozen All Stars Showmatch!

Leading global esports organisation Team Vitality is thrilled to reveal The Frozen All Stars, a spectacular Rocket League exhibition match and fan event supported by Unilever’s iconic ice cream brands Ben & Jerry’s and Magnum. On December 15th, 2023, The Frozen All Stars will be live-streamed from Team Vitality’s Twitch channel and TikTok page, presented by the French Casters Robin ‘LifeIsCool’ Pachot-Giroux and Boyan ‘Boyan’ Kaftandjiev from Rocket Baguette. Scottish Rocket League casting legend, John ‘JohnnyBoi_i’ MacDonald will also stream the tournament globally through his official Twitch Channel.
A CHANCE TO WITNESS THE ‘BATTLE OF THE ROCKET LEAGUE ALL STARS PLAYERS’
As a gift to the Rocket League community, The Frozen All Stars will feature Team Vitality’s powerhouse 2024 Rocket League roster, including 2023 RLCS World Champions Yanis ‘Alpha54’ Champenois, Andrea ‘Radosin’ Radovanovic, Alexis ‘zen’ Bernier alongside the newly appointed head coach Victor ‘Fairy Peak!’ Locquet.
The Frozen All Stars has invited legends from across the globe to join in the festivities, such as:
- Jos ‘ViolentPanda’ van Meurs, a 25-year-old Dutch gaming prodigy. Boasting two World Championships and the 2020 European title, he’s now leveraging his strategic prowess as a coach at Dignitas. With a knack for creating crucial opportunities, ViolentPanda is set to create unforgettable moments during the showmatch.
- Kyle ‘Scrub Killa” Robertson, at the age of 20, the Scottish prodigy was catapulted into the limelight, showcasing his extraordinary 1v1 skills in Rocket League caster JohnnyBoi’s show matches. Recognising his talent, Team Vitality recruited him, leading to a triumphant victory at the Season 7 World Championship in 2019 alongside teammates Kaydop and Fairy Peak.
- Justin ‘jstn.’ Morales, a 21-year-old American prodigy. He achieved legendary status with a jaw-dropping 0-second goal in the season 5 final, though his team didn’t clinch victory. In 2019, he secured the Season 8 World Championship title, scoring the winning goal in a final showdown against Team Vitality.
Fans worldwide can tune in to the broadcast on Team Vitality’s Twitch channel featuring the casting duo of Robin ‘LifeIsCool’ Pachot-Giroux and Boyan ‘Boyan’ Kaftandjiev to witness the pulse-pounding battle of the champions as it unfolds.
FREESTYLE MODES, UNEXPECTED TEAM-UPS AND CHALLENGES
All evening, ‘The Frozen All Stars’ promises highly competitive clashes with a breathtaking display of skill and strategy. The evening will take place in three parts with different modes, with plenty of time for fans to enjoy delicious frozen treats between each match.
- Game 1: mix of players!
Following a public vote on Twitter, players will be divided into two teams of four. This is the first time that spectators will have the chance to witness a match that brings together players like Zen, Scrub Killa, or ViolentPanda on the same team. An exceptional format full of challenges!
- Game 2: 1v1, for Team Vitality players!
After a pulse-pounding first game, the second course of the tournament will see Team Vitality players put their skills to the test against each other in thrilling 1v1 matches.
- Game 3: Team Vitality vs their guests!
To finish, the showmatch ends with the Team Vitality roster, coached by FairyPeak!, fighting it out against the international players. As the rounds tick forward, the international players will rotate the role of coach – giving each player the opportunity to shoulder the responsibility and showcase their coaching prowess.
SERVING GOALS AND SCOOPS: THE V.HIVE TRANSFORMS INTO A WINTER WONDERLAND WITH BEN & JERRY’S AND MAGNUM!
The festivities are not just limited to the online experience. Team Vitality will open the doors to V.Hive for the community. Collaborating with Magnum and Ben & Jerry’s, the esports organisation has transformed their Parisian spaces into magical, winter-warming experiences.
- The V.Café will be repainted in Magnum’s iconic colours, where it will be possible to eat personalised ice creams.
- V.Play will welcome players for the showmatch in an enchanted setting.
- The V.Shop will be transformed into Ben & Jerry’s colours with a Rocket League IRL style game, with remote-controlled cars.
- The Bootcamp will become ‘The Ben & Jerry’s Apartment’, a cosy lounge where fans can watch the matches, blind taste ice cream flavours, and look forward to prize giveaways throughout the evening.
Attendees not only have the chance to enjoy the immersive atmosphere but can also experience the excitement firsthand. Fans can use cutting-edge equipment and put their Rocket League skills to the test, meet both Team Vitality players and the legendary guests, all while indulging in the delicious icy treats provided by Magnum and Ben & Jerry’s.
‘The Frozen All Stars is a brilliant example of Team Vitality’s commitment to creating thrilling events focused on putting its fans at the forefront of esports entertainment. With the help of Ben & Jerry’s and Magnum, this event showcases the incredible talent of Team Vitality’s current RLCS World champions and Rocket League All Star legends and unites its players and fans through the shared enjoyment of epic plays and frozen desserts – fostering inclusion within the community. The Frozen All Stars is more than just an exhibition match; it’s a celebration of passion, entertainment, and the joy of coming together as a global esports community.’ explains Nicolas Maurer – CEO at Team Vitality.
‘Leaders in the ice cream market, Magnum and Ben & Jerry’s want to position themselves as pioneers in new media and esports. By partnering with Team Vitality, number 1 in France, we are addressing our fans in a territory that speaks to them. With “The Frozen All Stars” event we are keen to give them a new and unique experience with our brands.’ states Nathalie Tempra – Head of Marketing Unilever Ice Cream.
Stay tuned to Team Vitality’s official social media at Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok for more information. Watch Frozen All Stars live on Team Vitality’s official Twitch and YouTube channels broadcast or at John ‘JohnnyBoi_i’ MacDonald’s Twitch Channel for the official English broadcast.
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Red Bull Home Ground Heads to New York this November

Red Bull Home Ground, the pro VALORANT invitational, is set to make its return with a blockbuster fifth edition, bringing together the world’s top teams to New York City, for one of the most exciting showcases in the esports calendar. From November 13–16, the iconic Hammerstein Ballroom at the Manhattan Center will host four electrifying days of competition, as global giants and rising stars fight to claim the title of 2025 off-season champions.
This year, Red Bull Home Ground will feature a stacked lineup of elite contenders. Returning champions T1 are ready to defend their crown, joined by two-time VCT Global Event winners Fnatic and fan-favourites G2 Esports, Sentinels, and ZETA DIVISION. Joining these giants will be the two top teams who earn their place through the Play-In Stage and an additional team to be revealed – a gauntlet of global qualifiers open to all in India, USA, Spain, Turkey, Chile, Egypt, Belgium, Germany, South Africa, Netherlands, Japan, and EMEA qualifiers, giving players around the world the chance to earn a spot to go against the best-of-the-best on the main stage. The final main stage slot will be revealed at a later date.
For the first time, the Red Bull Home Ground World Final will be hosted in the United States, taking place at the legendary Hammerstein Ballroom in Manhattan. Known for its grand Beaux-Arts architecture and storied history hosting icons like The Grateful Dead and Guns N’ Roses, the venue offers a perfect blend of classic New York legacy and modern spectacle for this high-stakes tournament. The action kicks off on November 13-14, with both days dedicated exclusively to the Play-in stage and the opening stages of the competition. For fans eager to experience the action live, tickets for the public main stage event on November 15-16 are available for purchase via Ticketmaster.
At last year’s Red Bull Home Ground in Berlin, fans were treated to an unforgettable grand final as T1 stormed to victory over Cloud9, clinching the championship title with a dominant 3-1 series. With every edition, Red Bull Home Ground has elevated the VALORANT off-season calendar, known for its fast-paced format, jaw-dropping plays, and international flair. Red Bull Home Ground continues to be a staple tournament for pro teams looking to compete against the best competition and for fans ready to witness thrilling match-ups.
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TEAM VITALITY WINS THE BLAST.TV AUSTIN MAJOR 2025, WELCOMING THE ERA OF TEAM VITALITY

Today, leading esports club Team Vitality has been crowned champions of the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025, held at the iconic Moody Center in Austin, Texas. The Most Valuable Player (MVP), Mathieu ‘ZywOo’ Herbaut, led the charge as the Bees stormed to yet another title, delivering several standout performances throughout the tournament, particularly in the Grand Final against The MongolZ.
In just a few months, Team Vitality has become one of the most dominant rosters in the history of the game, laying the groundwork for a golden era for both the organisation and the wider French esports scene. Every tournament becomes a fresh display of strength, and every victory writes a new chapter in the CS2 history books.
UNDOUBTEDLY THE BEST
The powerhouse lineup of Dan ‘apEX’ Madesclaire, Mathieu ‘ZywOo’ Herbaut, Shahar ‘flameZ’ Shushan, William ‘mezii’ Merriman, and Robin ‘ropz’ Kool delivered another masterclass in CS2, defeating several top-tier teams, including NAVI and MOUZ.
Team Vitality’s incredible 30-game unbeaten run was ended by Brazilian side Legacy in Round 1; however, the Bees’ hopes were not diminished, as the team bounced back to claim a 13-6 victory over Nemiga in Round 2. This result was followed up by a dominant 13-2 display against 3DMAX in Round 3. The icing on the cake that sealed their spot in the playoffs was a convincing 2-0 win over Virtus.pro.
The Quarterfinals saw Team Vitality face off against NAVI. Despite both maps being closely contested, Team Vitality’s composure saw them through to a 2-0 victory, which was capped off by a clutch final-round performance from mezii to secure their place in the Semifinals. There, they faced against MOUZ in a classic rematch of the IEM Dallas 2025 Grand Final. Map 1 (Mirage) saw Team Vitality take a strong 13-8 win on MOUZ’s own map pick. After a tricky game on Inferno, where MOUZ struck back, the series was tied at 1-1. However, on the decider map, Train, the Bees crushed MOUZ, closing out the series with a 2-1 win and sailing to the Grand Final.
The Grand Final against The MongolZ was just as action-packed as the Semifinals. After a shaky start on Mirage, where they fell 5-13, the Bees struck back and secured a dominant 13-4 victory on Dust II. With everything on the line, the squad headed into Inferno – a classic Major finals map – to decide who would take the Austin Major crown. Despite Inferno being Team Vitality’s kryptonite throughout this Major, they pulled off a stunning 13-6 victory, dominating the CT side in the first half and carrying that momentum through to close the series out and secure the title.
This was Team Vitality’s second appearance in a Major final, following the historic victory in Paris in 2023. By winning in Austin, the Bees join an elite group of clubs as the fourth team in history to have won at least two Majors, alongside Astralis, Fnatic, and NAVI.
“Two years after our first Major win in Paris, we’re incredibly proud to experience this immense joy once again with this golden team. This victory crowns a historic start to the year, during which we’ve already claimed some of the biggest titles, including the ESL Grand Slam. Winning this Major was a key objective, a title that firmly places Team Vitality among the greatest clubs in Counter-Strike history. This team is the best in the world, without question. We are living in the Vitality era, and every other team is living in it too,” said Fabien “Neo” Devide, President and co-founder of Team Vitality.
“This latest title is a testament to our ability to build a long-term project rooted in excellence, one that blends talent and execution. Winning a second Major in just two years is not only a milestone in esports history, but also a powerful signal to the entire industry that French esports has reached the next level. This success is the result of collective strength, from our players and staff, to the unwavering support of our partners who share in this ambition. Together, we’ve achieved an unprecedented milestone,” said Nicolas Maurer, CEO and co-founder of Team Vitality.
WELCOME TO THE VITALITY ERA OF COUNTER–STRIKE
With this win, Team Vitality has claimed its seventh consecutive title of the year, extending a historic run and asserting its dominance at a prestigious event (the first Major to host 32 teams). Amid fierce competition and high-stakes matches, this trophy marks a defining chapter in Team Vitality’s golden history.
Dan ‘apEX’ Madesclaire and Mathieu ‘ZywOo’ Herbaut, who have been part of the Counter-Strike division since its inception in 2018, have now secured their second Major title in Team Vitality colours following their triumph in Paris in 2023, a feat that cements their status as true icons of global esports.
ZywOo also becomes the third player in history to win two Major MVP titles, and at just 24 years old, earns his 27th career MVP title. Meanwhile, apEX wins his third Major as an In-Game Leader, once again displaying his leadership skills and his key role in the club’s successes.
Robin ‘ropz’ Kool, whose arrival earlier this year marked a turning point in the team’s journey, has now claimed the second Major title of his career. His exceptional impact has been instrumental in elevating the team to new heights. For William ‘mezii’ Merriman and Shahar ‘flameZ’ Shushan, this marks their first-ever Major win, the pinnacle of competitive success in Counter-Strike, and a fitting reward for their steadfast dedication and standout performances in the tournament’s most intense moments.
THE VITALITY UNIVERSITY JERSEY 2025 COLLECTOR’S SHIRT – NOW ON SALE
To celebrate this victory, Team Vitality has unveiled a collector’s edition of its Vitality University Jersey 2025. This special edition features a second star above the bee logo, in recognition of the club’s two Major Championship wins (Paris and Austin), as well as a unique graphic on the back of the jersey. With its iconic bee-yellow colour and oversized design, this jersey is inspired by the timelessness of United States university fashion.
The Vitality University Jersey 2025 – Austin Major Champions is available now on the official store at the price of €89.99.
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Esportes Gaming Brasil certified as Great Place To Work®

Esportes Gaming Brasil, the owner of Onabet and Esportes da Sorte, has been certified as a Great Place To Work®. The recognition – a global reference in people management and organizational climate – highlights the company’s efforts in promoting a positive environment, with development, well-being and inclusion initiatives aligned with the needs of its approximately 600 employees.
The GPTW survey assesses employee perceptions across five pillars – credibility, respect, impartiality, pride and camaraderie. For Sophia Serak, Director of People, participating in the assessment was essential to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement. “We want to be more than a workplace: we’ve created a framework for everyone to develop and feel valued. The certificate proves we are on the right path and motivates us to evolve further”, says the executive.
More than just a welcoming environment, Grupo Esportes Gaming Brasil has built a space where everyone has the freedom to be themselves, clarity about where they can go, and real support to grow. An environment where values such as trust, listening, and collaboration are at the heart of decisions — from the selection process to the choice of leaders.
In 2024, the group accelerated its mission to strengthen leadership, with training, assessments linked to values and programs offering regular management training. More than 60 leaders participated in development paths and initiatives such as “Impulso EGB” — an educational incentive program that subsidizes technical courses and specializations for employees.
Trust is the foundation of Esportes Gaming Brasil’s culture. It manifests itself in small gestures, spontaneous feedback, the freedom to propose new ideas and the construction of real bonds between people. The company invests in inclusive communication, active listening and collective actions that strengthen the sense of belonging — such as themed parties, recognition rituals and direct chats with leadership.
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