CLG: From Memes to Champions
In the League of Legends Championship Series, Counter Logic Gaming has transformed from a respected organization to a tournament meme. CLG fans know the team has potential, but it always fails when it matters. The lowest point came when CLG sent their starting lineup to Korea for boot camp, only to be embarrassingly swept by Team Curse in the quarter finals and defeated by Team Dignitas at PAX, leading to relegations. CLG fell into a 2-0 hole against Curse Academy in the relegation matches, but managed to pull off a reverse sweep to keep their NA LCS spot.
A Shot at Redemption
A year later, CLG faced off against rival Team Solo Mid in the NA LCS Summer Split finals at Madison Square Garden. TSM aimed to prove they were still the kings of NA, while CLG saw it as a chance for redemption. As the chants for both teams filled the arena, CLG gave it their all on the rift.
Defeating History
After years of being overshadowed by TSM and facing the possibility of losing their pro-gaming careers in relegations, Zionspartan, Xmithie, and Pobelter were determined to move past their potential and create a new legacy. As CLG breached the enemy nexus, the crowd erupted with cheers. The fans who had stuck by CLG through the tough times were rewarded as the drought finally ended.
From Memes to Champions
Confetti fell from the rafters as the whole CLG squad celebrated their victory. After seasons of disappointment and jokes about choking in the playoffs, they had overcome the odds. CLG’s story this year was more than a fairytale. Despite having a mixed roster, they showed their strengths and weaknesses throughout the summer split. They recovered after a mid-season slump and secured their first playoff bye. Despite being underdogs, they swept TSM in the finals and went undefeated in the playoffs, claiming the Summer Split Champions title.
CLG’s run in the summer split was truly magical. They turned from a team of memes to champions. As the clock ticked down on TSM’s nexus, CLG knew that nothing could stop a team destined for greatness at MSG.
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