NAVI Javelins Go International with New Roster Changes
The team has parted ways with Karolina "Liina" Kasprzyk, one of its founding members from early 2022, and Martyna "LETi" Owsik, who joined in March 2023. Their replacements, Mayline-Joy "ASTRA" Champliaud from France and Marta "D7" Asensio from Portugal , mark the team's first step away from an all-Polish lineup.
New Additions
Mayline-Joy "ASTRA" Champliaud was last seen playing with her compatriots in France fe and has previously competed under Let Her Cook and NIP Impact . She brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to the team, aiming to bolster NAVI Javelins ' strategic play.
Marta "D7" Asensio has a background with GUILD fe and BIG EQUIPA . Her consistent performance and adaptability in various teams make her a valuable asset to the new roster.
Previous Performance and Future Prospects
The roster changes come after a disappointing end to the previous season, where NAVI Javelins placed 5th-6th at the ESL Impact Season 5 Finals. Despite entering the finals as one of the favorites, alongside the eventual winners Imperial fe, the team fell short of expectations. With the new additions, NAVI Javelins aim to return to title contention in the upcoming season of the ESL Impact league, set to kick off at the end of August and conclude with the LAN finals in late November.
The restructured team is expected to leverage the new international talents and experience to improve their performance. The upcoming ESL Impact League Season 6 will be a critical test for the new roster.
Updated NAVI Javelins Lineup
- Wiktoria "vicu" Janicka
- Hania "Hanka" Pudlis
- Angelika "Angelka" Kozłowska
- Mayline-Joy "ASTRA" Champliaud
- Marta "D7" Asensio
Coach:
- Adrian "AlcesT" Chyziak
The team’s strategy going forward will focus on integrating the new players and building a cohesive unit capable of competing at the highest levels. The management and coaching staff are optimistic about the potential and synergy of the new lineup.
Conclusion
NAVI Javelins ' shift to a more diverse roster signifies a strategic move to enhance their competitive edge. With seasoned players like ASTRA and D7 joining the ranks, the team is poised to make a strong comeback in the ESL Impact League Season 6. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how these changes translate into performance on the global stage.
