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Cloud9 Looking for New CS:GO Head Coach After Kassad Departure

Aleksandar “Kassad” Trifunovic has parted company with Cloud9, meaning that the organization will be searching for a new head... Pablo | 29. December 2020

Aleksandar “Kassad” Trifunovic has parted company with Cloud9, meaning that the organization will be searching for a new head coach for its CS:GO roster. The departure of the Serbian was put down to a “stylish clash”, with Cloud9 having already begun the search for a replacement which better fits the team’s style.

Why Kassad Parted Ways with Cloud9

It was seemingly the relationship between Kassad and in-game leader Alex McMeekin that played a major role in the departure of Trifunovic, according to Cloud9 general manager Henry “HenryG” Greer. Kassad confirmed that the view of HenryG was correct, with the former Head Coach’s views being too different from those around him. Cloud9 will take time to ensure that they make the right decision in naming Kassad’s replacement, with 2021 CS:GO events not getting underway for a while.

Speaking on the departure, HenryG stated that: “With the player break here, I’ve decided that it was in everyone’s best interest to move in a different direction and prepare for the next season. Thanks to kassad for laying the foundations for the team and we wish you all the best.”

When Can We Expect a Replacement to be Named by Cloud9?

Kassad was brought in alongside HenryG by Cloud9 in order to spearhead the organization’s rebuild in the CS:GO scene back in September, with the duo having been tasked with getting the best out of their “Colossus” roster. HenryG is not close to naming a replacement for Kassad at this stage, which can potentially be put down to the recent coaching bans handed out as a result of bug controversy.

Adding to his thoughts on the matter, HenryG stated that: “I am still deciding which path to follow regarding the position. Considering the recent controversy around the role, my options are rather limited. Also, I think coaching is still a bit of a dark art we haven’t quite harnessed when it comes to CS:GO. With that said, I am absolutely willing to take a gamble on someone looking to prove themselves at the very top.”