As we move on to the next nomination in the SUPERIONGG Awards 2025, we want to take a moment to look at a team that has spent a long time establishing itself on the Polish CS2 scene. We’re talking about SLAKE – a project which, although currently inactive, has laid a strong foundation in recent months and left a clear mark. Although we won’t see them in tournaments today, we mustn’t forget that not so long ago they were competing in leagues, developing their line-ups and giving the UG community reasons to get excited about their performances. That is why their nomination is entirely justified.
At the same time, anyone who follows Polish teams knows that esports sometimes plays out in unexpected ways. Projects are born, achieve success, gain fans, and then, for various reasons, disappear or suspend their activities. SLAKE has found itself in precisely such a situation. However, we’re not closing the book on them, as we believe that 2026 might see the team’s return. We hope to see them again, as the potential has always been on their side.
Achievements
Getting down to specifics, let’s start with the achievement SLAKE recorded in May. The team was promoted to the ESEA Main league, where the standard is significantly higher, as the teams there have greater experience and a more stable structure. Of course, one might say that this single achievement seems modest, but promotion to such a level never comes easily. It requires hard work, discipline and consistency. That is why it is worth noting, just as it is for any team striving for progress.
Many fans may wonder why just this much and not more. However, it is important to remember that development does not always follow a linear path. Some teams win many trophies, others progress slowly, step by step, but it is precisely this gradual development that brings the greatest satisfaction and the most lasting results. SLAKE could be one of those teams that are slowly building their infrastructure and structure. That is why, even if we are talking about a single achievement, it still deserves recognition.
If SLAKE decides to return next year, we are convinced that their trophy cabinet has the potential for more medals. However, we shall see what the future brings.
42 articles about SLAKE – what does this say about the team
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Over the course of the year, we published 42 articles in which SLAKE appeared in various contexts. Most of the coverage came at the start of the year, as that was when the team was active, changing its line-ups and competing in leagues and tournaments. Later, the number of articles declined, until finally, from October onwards, there were no further posts related to the team.
However, the sheer number of articles speaks volumes about SLAKE’s ability to attract attention. They had an active community, they had a dynamic of change, and they had the energy to fuel discussions. Had they continued their activities, this number would likely have been much higher.
The last recorded line-up of SLAKE
The last line-up we recorded in our database was:
bunnyhug- micho
- grimrp
- Paffcio
- NikS
It is worth noting that SLAKE frequently made decisions regarding personnel changes. Sometimes these were minor adjustments, other times they involved replacing the majority of the team. This shows that SLAKE was trying to find the best possible line-up to enable the team to develop in the right direction. It is often precisely this kind of search that leads to building a strong collective, because trust and team atmosphere are of paramount importance. Only later do details such as strategy, teamwork and individual aptitudes come into play.
Cybersport.pl Ranking
When it comes to rankings, SLAKE has shown exceptional consistency. The team appeared there for many months and remained in the TOP30. The highest recorded position was 17th, whilst the lowest was 30th. Interestingly, SLAKE was already listed on 6 January, practically at the very start of 2025, which shows that they had a stable position even at the start of the season.
Looking through all the recorded rankings, we see a consistency that cannot be overlooked. The team rarely fell outside the top 20 and was almost always around positions 17–23. This is an excellent result for a team that was constantly searching for the right line-up.
We can safely say that SLAKE was one of the most consistent projects in terms of ranking performance. And that is precisely why the question arises: what if they had continued the project? Perhaps this year we would have seen them in the TOP 15, or maybe even the TOP 10. The esports scene abhors a vacuum, yet SLAKE certainly had the potential for more.
UG Ranking | CS2 Community
In the UG ranking, we recorded three entries:
– 21st place (23/06)
– 8th place (17/06)
– 14th place (28/07)
The highest result – 8th place – shows that SLAKE was capable of hitting top form. Conversely, we can estimate the lowest position at 66th, as the jump of 52 places upon reaching 14th place suggests precisely that result.
These figures form an interesting sine wave, which may reflect their dynamic development. At times they recorded strong growth, at others they went through a rough patch, yet ultimately they always managed to bounce back. This says a great deal about the character of the team.
Cast your vote
And now for the most important part. Since SLAKE has been nominated for the SUPERIONGG Awards 2025, you’ll be able to vote for them from 2 January. Before we begin the official voting, however, we’ll run a short test session to ensure the whole system is working as it should. This trial round won’t affect the results, but it will allow everyone to familiarise themselves with the process.
Once voting begins, you’ll have exactly two weeks to support your teams. We encourage you not to limit yourselves to just one nomination. Every vote contributes to the history of this poll. If you’d like to find out about the rules, criteria and the full context of the event, we invite you to read the full article on the SUPERIONGG Awards 2025. You’ll find the link here, and we’re already looking forward to your participation.
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