Washington Justice player Corey Nigra retires from Overwatch to join VALORANT
Popular Washington Justice player Corey Nigra has retired from professional Overwatch to join the budding esports scene of VALORANT.
“It is surreal to think about all the moments I got to spend doing something that I truly loved, and was able to share that with all of the fans,” Corey said. “Being able to participate in the Overwatch League is a milestone in my life that will live with me forever.”
Corey had been with the Washington Justice since 2019 after playing for teams like the Gladiators Legion and Evil Geniuses. He also helped the U.S. win the 2019 Overwatch World Cup and quickly became a fan favorite.
For some people, this news may not be surprising as Corey had ambitions to go pro in CS:GO earlier in his career. He saw VALORANT as a mix of Counter-Strike and Overwatch and felt that “this was a game that was made for [him].”
Corey is one among several Overwatch players who have left the pro scene in recent weeks. Last week, for instance, Sinatraa, who was the league’s MVP and one of the most recognizable OWL players, retired from Overwatch to pursue a career as a professional VALORANT player because he “straight up lost passion for the game.”
Although Corey didn’t specifically state why he was retiring, the increasing number of players leaving the league is not a positive sign.
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