Bleed Esports has officially signed Jaccob “yay” Whiteaker to a two-year deal, bringing the North American star and Masters Reykjavík 2022 winner to VCT Pacific. This move marks yay’s transition from competing in North America to Asia, making him one of the most prominent players to do so.
Yay expressed his excitement about the unique style of games in Asia and China, stating that he wanted to experience it firsthand to enhance his own gameplay. He mentioned that APAC is known for its aggressive playstyle, where players are not afraid to take risks. Yay sees this as an opportunity to improve his mechanics and skills.
In addition to the gameplay, yay mentioned that the financial situation in North America played a role in his decision to move to Singapore and the Pacific region. While exact numbers were not disclosed, there have been reports of teams reducing player salaries, which may have influenced yay’s choice.
Yay also expressed his satisfaction with being in a more friendly environment and away from toxic and drama-filled team environments. He acknowledged that winning championships takes time and that he does not expect instant success.
The official signing confirms previous speculation about yay joining Bleed Esports. Fans had suspected his involvement based on his duoing with now-confirmed teammate Derrick “Deryeon” Yee under the account name “zommy.” Yay mentioned the challenges of keeping the move a secret, as he was recognized in public in Singapore and had to refrain from using voice comms during ranked matches.
Overall, yay’s move to Bleed Esports for VCT Pacific signifies his desire to explore new opportunities and develop his skills in a different region. Fans will be eagerly watching his performance in the upcoming tournaments.
Source: DOTESPORTS
