Before TenZ joined Sentinels on loan from Cloud9 in March 2021, the team had a different player in the roster. Let’s delve into the timeline and explore the player who was part of the Sentinels Valorant lineup prior to TenZ.
Initially, Sentinels made waves in the competitive Valorant scene with their original roster, which included the likes of Shahzeeb “ShahZaM” Khan, Hunter “SicK” Mims, Jared “Zombs” Gitlin, Michael “dapr” Gulino, and Jay “sinatraa” Won. This roster achieved significant success and cemented themselves as one of the top teams in the North American region.
However, in March 2021, sinatraa, who was a key player for Sentinels, was suspended following allegations of sexual assault. As a result, Sentinels needed to find a replacement to fill the void left by sinatraa’s departure. This is when they turned to Cloud9 and acquired TenZ on loan.
TenZ, whose real name is Tyson Ngo, had been a prominent player on Cloud9’s Valorant roster. Known for his exceptional mechanical skills and fragging ability, TenZ was widely regarded as one of the top talents in the game. His loan acquisition by Sentinels was met with excitement and anticipation from the Valorant community.
During his time with Sentinels, TenZ made an immediate impact and seamlessly integrated into the team. His individual performances were outstanding, and he brought a new level of firepower to the Sentinels roster. The team continued their dominance in the North American scene, winning both Valorant Challengers Stage 1 and Stage 2 with TenZ on board.
It’s worth noting that TenZ’s loan arrangement with Sentinels was initially intended to be temporary, with Cloud9 retaining him as a player. However, the success and synergy exhibited by TenZ and the Sentinels squad prompted discussions about a potential permanent move. Eventually, in May 2021, Sentinels announced that they had reached an agreement with Cloud9 to acquire TenZ on a permanent basis.
This acquisition solidified TenZ’s place as a core member of Sentinels, replacing sinatraa in the roster. Since then, Sentinels has continued to dominate the North American Valorant scene, securing numerous tournament victories and establishing themselves as one of the best teams in the world.
Before TenZ joined Sentinels, the team had sinatraa as a key player. However, sinatraa’s suspension led to the acquisition of TenZ on loan from Cloud9. TenZ’s incredible performances and chemistry with the team eventually resulted in his permanent acquisition by Sentinels.