Still have hope for CRT next split, but there needs to be changes
I commented on a post yesterday but thought more about it today and wanted to be more detailed about one of the players, in particular Evan. Again, I am a huge fan of him since TSM and have continued to follow him to CRT and hope nothing but the best. That being said, somethinng must change.
Contrary to popular opinion, I dont think Evan's problem is effort. He streams almost as much as Hal and almost exclusively plays Apex save for the occasional game with his brothers. In hindsight, I kinda feel bad for him; hes always been a recluse in the scene, I dont really see anyone hes 'friends' with. I honestly think its bc he doesnt swear (I say that as someone who doesnt for religious reasons but its a thing trust me--it makes contributing to certain fun convos harder) but I digress. I hope he finds people he really clicks with in the scene and does well. For context, Im a lower rank player (D4-D3), didnt start playing fps until Apex and even then i was late, but I watch comp every split from scrims to PL day vods multiple times. I also watch coaching content etc. so please dont take my thoughts as I know absolutely nothing about the game. Anyways!
My biggest issue I see right now with Evan isnt actually gamesense, its mechanics. When he became popular on the scene he was known to have insane recoil control and interesting angles with Valk. But something I noticed is lately Evans movements seem incredibly choppy even on controller. I was watching him stream the other day and he said he swapped to 5-4 linear (i think). Whats that telling me? His sens is too slow to keep up with the new meta. My opinion is for him to switch to ALCs, the time between splits is perfect for that.
Second, its time for him to learn how to play anchor/support. Best thing im guessing he needs to do is similar to most people: watch how-tos, vod review more, practice in game. But thats a bit out of my range to comment on as a lowly hardstuck. That being said, im proud of where Ive improved and if I can do it, anyone can especially a pro.
Please go easy on me guys haha I know how this place is, but I'd love to hear peoples thoughts! Im very ok with being wrong.