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I am now offering coaching for CS.
I’ve been playing CS for over half my life, but it wasn’t until I was 27, after 5 years in the Air Force, that I really took it seriously. I’ve led teams both in the game and in real life, and while I wasn't the best player, learned how far mindset, discipline, and strategy can take you.
I’ve always kept to myself, focusing on the game rather than connecting with the community. I want to change that and give back. So, as I’m stepping into this new chapter, I’m offering the first session free. If it resonates, we can discuss next steps, if not, thank you for the opportunity.
What I can offer
- Individual demo review
- Implementing structure as it pertains to competition, both in and out of game
- Team sessions (assessing your team's tactics, defaults, reviews of games, or helping solve interpersonal or intangible issues)
Where I've been
- Hand built and IGL'd teams to ECL PO
- Competed internationally (achieved my childhood dream)
DM me if you're interested.
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1v4 pistol clutch on Inferno
GGs to #Blitzkrieg in Dust2.us Eagle Masters, we move to 2:1 in the Swiss Stage. (@TheBonamant ty for cast)
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I want to directly address the screenshots and conversations that have been circulating. I take full responsibility for the things I said. While I intended them as ill conceived jokes, I now fully recognize how inappropriate, uncomfortable, and damaging those words were.
I want to be clear: I never had any malicious or predatory intentions, but that does not excuse what I said. The language I used crossed boundaries, and I understand how it comes across and the harm it caused to others.
I sincerely apologize to everyone who was made uncomfortable by my words, especially those who felt unable to speak up until now. I know that trust is earned, not asked for, and I know I have lost a lot of it. Moving forward, I am committed to reflecting on my behavior, learning from this, and ensuring that nothing like this ever happens again.
I’m deeply sorry for my actions, and I will be taking a step back to take accountability and work on myself. Even though I feel sick about my actions, I’m grateful to the people who decided to speak up and hold me accountable. Without them, I wouldn’t have been given the opportunity to reflect, take responsibility, and begin to better myself. Thank you for giving me that chance.
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These new changes to the VRS are poised to have a disastrous effect on the NA scene that stakeholders need to address:
Essentially, the new Valve rule that tournament data will no longer count until the whole event is finished will massively affect the NA region as our sole significant Ranked event at the moment, ECL S49, will not conclude until after the invites for the Major/MRQ go out, leaving only qualifiers and two FRAG events as part of the dataset.
The effect of this change can already be seen as multiple NA teams have crashed in the rankings or shot up when we compare HLTV's live version from the 23rd to Valve's Feb. 24th Update:
* Marsborne: 24th -> 74th
* Vagrants: 26th -> 47th
* Bad News Capybaras: 38th -> 53rd
* Alter Iron/SEG: 51st -> 39th
Qualification to the Major couldn't and shouldn't be decided on qualifiers and two LAN events while excluding the region's most important event.
A potential solution for HLTV/Valve is to classify longer-term LANs like ECL, Eagle Masters, and CCT separately from ongoing tournaments, otherwise the road to the Major in my mind is severely compromised.
If they cannot do that, this change needs to be reverted.
Retweets appreciated.
cc: @StrikerHLTVorg @CounterStrike @HLTVorg @ESLCS
Still open for more coaching clients!
Some testimonials I have received in the short time I've been coaching:
"mds is the single greatest coach I have ever worked with. What truly sets him apart from the rest is that he is the complete package. His macro tips are phenomenal, he can help you improve your micro, but most importantly, he can help you develop into a winner—both mentally and in-game. He has single-handedly made me a better player and given me the mentality and technical ability needed to become a great player. Just a single hour-long session with him can completely change who you are as a player."
"I am a player who has made main playoffs along with multiple lan wins/high placements. A one hour session with mds, demo reviewing/offline prac, was extremely beneficial in helping me understand my strengths and flaws, and how to capitalize on the former and fix the latter. I saw immediate improvement, dropping two consecutive 100+ adr matches in ESEA-Main and generally playing the game with better fundamentals. Any player aiming to achieve greater heights in this game will benefit from a session with mds, +rep!"
"I’ve done two sessions with mds and both have been very enjoyable and insightful. Not only does he know CS mechanics very well he also understands the bigger picture and the psychology that goes into the game and is able to direct it in a clear and effective manner. My experience with mds has been great so far and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to improve at CS2."
DM for details
Unfortunately due to unforeseen levels of demand and a packed personal schedule, I will not be able to offer the first session for free anymore. Anyone that already booked with me, the first session will still be free, as promised.
Thank you for your understanding and thank you for the amount of interest!
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I had the pleasure to play with John at LAN for the first time back in October. This is where I was able to pick his brain about CS on a high level and about my career. His leadership skills are exceptional, and his ability to break things down and explain them is truly one of a kind. On a personal note he has helped me realize my true value as a player and during those couple of days introduced me to some amazing people and has made me alter my perception about CS in many ways... Those few days completely transformed my CS career, and I highly recommend anyone looking for coaching to seek out John.
I am now offering coaching for CS.
I’ve been playing CS for over half my life, but it wasn’t until I was 27, after 5 years in the Air Force, that I really took it seriously. I’ve led teams both in the game and in real life, and while I wasn't the best player, learned how far mindset, discipline, and strategy can take you.
I’ve always kept to myself, focusing on the game rather than connecting with the community. I want to change that and give back. So, as I’m stepping into this new chapter, I’m offering the first session free. If it resonates, we can discuss next steps, if not, thank you for the opportunity.
What I can offer
- Individual demo review
- Implementing structure as it pertains to competition, both in and out of game
- Team sessions (assessing your team's tactics, defaults, reviews of games, or helping solve interpersonal or intangible issues)
Where I've been
- Hand built and IGL'd teams to ECL PO
- Competed internationally (achieved my childhood dream)
DM me if you're interested.
What brings me genuine joy is helping people realize the potential they have inside them.
In 2015 I was 22 years old stationed in Incirlik, Turkey. There was a coup happening and I was tasked with putting up 1000 marines overnight and handling all their living arrangements. I was overwhelmed and had no idea what I was going to do. But then my supervisor at the time, a great mentor for me, told me that if there was anyone that could do it, it was me.
That night I learned something about myself, something we all have inside of us. That we can achieve anything we set our minds to, and sometimes we just need someone to remind us.
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Oh damn, I purchased the premium this morning and it says it'll take a few days to get verified. My bad. In the meantime, anyone interested can email me at [email protected]
Take Flyte and Saben in particular is genuinely one of the most caring owners in the scene. We made a lot of great memories and I will always appreciate and remember the time at Take Flyte. First class guy that deserves everything that comes his way. @TakeFlyteGG @JustSaben
Today we announce the mutual departure of our CS2 roster. We are extremely proud of all we've accomplished with them these 2 seasons and the development they have achieved along the way!
We are excited for their next step and wish them nothing but the best.
@C0J0M0 @gabecs_ @cfshutout @mdscsg0 @chanceNSANE will be achieving big things for the rest of 2024. Thank you for representing us to your best, you will always be an honorary Take Flyte member 💜
#TakeFlyte ✈️
