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Spacestation Gaming (also referred to as SSG) is a multi-regional professional esports organization based in Utah, founded and owned by social media influencer Shaun "Shonduras" McBride.[1][2] Since its founding, SSG has grown to include teams in eight different leagues and is active in esports content creation.[3] They won the Rainbow Six Siege world championship in 2020.[4]

Key Information

History

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2018

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In March 2018, SSG introduced its new Rainbow Six[5] and Rocket League[6] rosters. On April 27, SSG announced a strategic partnership with the NBA's Utah Jazz,[7][8][9] designed to foster collaboration and growth within the two Utah-based organizations. That same month, the organization also entered the Battlerite competitive scene, with players Averse, Bloom, and Proster joining their roster.[10] This team went on to win the Battlerite Pro League at Dreamhack.[11][12][13] In June, SSG announced its partnership with Uber Eats[14] – a first for Uber Eats in esports. On September 12, SSG announced its new partnership with gaming chair provider Vertagear[15][16] to sell a custom SSG-branded chair.

2019

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SSG entered 2019 with the announcement of their joining the Paladins Premier League.[17] SSG also debuted its complete team of Rainbow Six players and creators, hoping to further integrate with the gaming community. Shortly after this announcement, the team placed in the top ten at The Six Invitational, 2019.[18] The first SSG Apex Legends team was also announced and competed at the X-Games.[19][20] In March, SSG announced their PUBG Mobile team,[21] and soon after, they announced an updated 2019 Rocket League roster. This Rocket League team went on to compete in the Rocket League Season 8 Worlds.[22] Sypical, a member of that team, was awarded Regular Season MVP for the 8th season of the RLCS.[22]

SSG announced a brand partnership with Champion in April, which was released in Foot Locker stores across the United States.[23] This partnership later grew into a full-fledged partnership, with additional SSG merchandise released by the brand. In August, SSG announced their first Brawl Stars roster,[24] with additional rosters in other regions like Brazil and Southeast Asia announced in the following months. In October, SSG announced its partnership with mobile creators Powerbang and Clash With Ash.[25][26] This partnership would see the development of new business ventures and new relationships with the mobile community. On October 15, SSG officially exited the PUBG esports scene, citing a lack of communication, inadequate feedback, and insufficient support from the league.[26][27][28] SSG made their entry into Smash Bros Ultimate in November with the signing of LeoN, while the organization's first Trackmania racer, Matt, joined the organization in early December[29] as their racer in the new Trackmania Grand League. On December 15, the SSG Rainbow Six: Siege team took first place at the US National Championship, earning the title of Team USA.[30] The SSG Rocket League team also competed in Madrid for the RLCS World Championship, taking third place.

2020

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The SSG Rainbow Six: Siege team continued their winning streak on February 17, winning the Six Invitational in Montreal, making them World Champions and earning $1 million.[31] The championship was the first time in over three years that a North American team won a major tournament in the league.[32] On March 2, SSG further cemented their departure from PUBG by officially releasing their mobile roster,[33][34] giving the same reasons for their exit as they had in October 2019. After months of speculation, SSG officially acquired the Clash Royale roster of Blast Off Gaming on May 16.[35] SSG then revealed their player lineup of Samuel Bassotto, thegod_rf, ah craaaap, and LaPoKaTi, with Trainer Luis as team director.[36]

Soon after this announcement, SSG revealed that they had also signed the World of Warcraft Arena team, known formerly as The Boys,[37] and would compete in the Arena World Championship in the North American region.

On April 4, SSG expanded into iRacing by announcing their partnership with NASCAR drivers Will Rodgers[38] and Chase Cabre, competing under the banner of SSG in events like the NASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Series and special invitational events during the COVID-19 pandemic.[39]

On August 24, SSG announced four out of five members of their VALORANT roster, consisting of roca, insky, kaplan, and sSef to perform in a future Riot Games esport planned for its game.[40] SSG's Rocket League team won the Fall North American Rocket League Major held from October 18 to 25. On November 23, Aimlabs and SSG announced their official partnership with their Rainbow 6, VALORANT, and future FPS teams.[41]

2021

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March 27 marked SSG's re-entry to Apex Legends with a team of Claraphii, Frexs, and Xenialstaken.[42] In May, the SSG Rainbow Six: Siege team got into the Six Invitational 2021 Group Stage. Canadian came out of retirement to join the team in Paris due to passport issues with stand-in player, Luke. The team made it into the playoffs but lost their first match in the lower bracket, eliminating them from the tournament.[43] SSG then signed Matthew "Hotancold" Stevens on June 4 after SSG needed an in-game leader to replace Canadian.[44] On June 2, 2021, SSG announced their return to the PUBG esports scene with the signing of the Spicy Fish roster.[45]

On August 24, SSG announced a collaboration with Ubisoft to produce official Rainbow 6 merchandise. The merchandise line is based around Rainbow 6 characters and features unique printing techniques inspired by each character. It's the first collaboration of its kind for SSG.[46]

Later the following week, on August 30, Microsoft announced the Halo Championship Series to launch Halo Infinite and included SSG as one of nine teams.[47]

September 2 marked the announcement of Thinkingnade leaving SSG as he announced his retirement from playing professional Rainbow 6 Siege, citing no longer having a desire to play the game and pursuing a career in real estate.[48] Thinkingnade was soon replaced by Skys on September 6.[49] SSG also announced the addition of Mari "AtomicMari" Takahashi to the organization as a co-owner on September 25 alongside Shaun "Shonduras" McBride, Shawn Holladay, and Takahashi's business partner Peter Kitch.[50]

2022

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On January 11, Caden “Sypical” Pellegrin leaves the Rocket League team, and on January 12, young Daniel “Daniel” Piecenski joins in place of Sypical.[51] The team rallied and placed 3rd in the Winter Major. After RLCS Worlds, Retals leaves and is replaced with Logan “LJ” Wilt on September 21.

May 9 marks the day that Spacestation Gaming gets into Splitgate by signing Kyle “KJewls” Julian, Matt “Visions” Williams, Eljas “WuTum” Vierto, Vincent “Chenzo” Cronin, and Razaplaza. They took 1st place in the season and 2nd place in the championship.[52]

Apex Legends qualified for the ALGS Championship and took 6th place on July 10. With Frexs, Xenial, and Dropped.

Halo had some changes with the previous team getting dropped, and on August 29, Atzin “Atzo” Mayen, Irving “Drift” Ramirez, Josbe “Tapping Buttons” Valadez, John “Pelu” Montoya, and Carlos “Nugget” Marlasca joined Spacestation Gaming. With that team added, they were then dropped on November 11, with the new additions being signed on November 28. Adam “bound” Gray, Kevin “Eco” Smith, Braedon “Stellur” Boettcher, and Zane “Pznguin” Hearon are being added to the squad.[53]

2023

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With a big team change in Rainbow Six, the team added five new people to the roster. Bryan “Merc” Wrzek, Roman “Forrest” Breaux, Jack “J9O” Burkard, Adam ”Mango” Pazner, and Seth ”Callout” Mik are the ones to join the squad.[54] Merc's departure on May 22 opened up a spot for Liam "Ashn" Paz to join the team. The squad then competed in the R6 World Championship with a 5th-place finish.[55] March 31 marks the day Jynxzi joined Spacestation Gaming as a content creator.

2024

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On May 6, 2024, the Esports World Cup Foundation, funded by the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund and organizers of the Esports World Cup tournament series, announced the 30 organizations (known in the ESWC as Clubs) who would make up the Club Support Program, with Spacestation being one of them. This program gives teams a one-time six-figure stipend if an organization is willing to enter new esports as well as additional funding each year if they drive viewership and fan engagement to the Esports World Cup.[56]

Spacestation Gaming got accepted into the Brawl Stars esports partnership program and will be competing in the Brawl Stars Championship Series. [57]

SSG won the ALGS Year 4 Split 2 Playoffs in Mannheim, Germany winning 300,000 USD of prize money.[58]

SSG had the most dominant run in Halo history, winning 3 of the 4 Majors as well as the Halo World Championships in Seattle, Washington on October 6th. [59]

2025

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Spacestation Gaming got accepted into the Overwatch partnership program for 2025. [60]

Spacestation Gaming competed and qualified to world finals in their first season in brawl stars in the North America scene.

Spacestation Gaming signed a roster for The Finals first major tournament hosted by Embark Studios at Dreamhack Sweden.

Tournament results

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Rainbow Six: Siege

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Tournament Location Date Placement
NAL – 2021 Season – Stage 2 Las Vegas, Nevada 2021-06-15 1st
Six Invitational 2021 Paris, Italy 2021-05-20 13th/16th[citation needed]
NAL 2020 US Division – Finals Online 2021-01-22 3rd/4th
Six November 2020 Major – North America Online 2020-11-15 2nd
Six August 2020 Major – North America Online 2020-08-16 3rd
NAL S1 – US Division – Stage 1 Online 2020-07-22 1st
Pro League Season 11 – North America Online 2020-04-13 1st[61][62]
Six Invitational 2020 Montreal, Canada 2020-02-16 1st[63]
United States Nationals 2019 Las Vegas, Nevada 2019-12-15 1st[64]
OGA PIT Season 3 Split, Croatia 2019-12-08 2nd[65]
Pro League Season 10 – North America Online 2019-12-08 5th[62]
Six Major Raleigh 2019 Raleigh, North Carolina 2019-08-18 5th/8th[66]
Pro League Season 9 – North America Online 2019-04-22 5th[67]
Six Invitational 2019 Montreal, Canada 2019-02-15 5th/8th[citation needed]
United States Nationals 2018 Las Vegas, Nevada 2018-12-16 3rd/4th[68]
Pro League Season 7 – North America Online 2018-04-16 3rd/4th

Rocket League

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Tournament Location Date Placement
RLCS 2022-23 World Championship Offline 2023-08-13 5th-8th
Gamers8 2022 Offline 2022-07-17 5th-8th
RLCS 2021–22 Spring: NA Regional Event 1 – Verizon 5G Ultra Cup Online 2022-05-01 2nd
RLCS 2021–22 Winter Split Major Offline 2022-03-27 3rd
RLCS 2021–22 X Games Open – Winter: NA Regional Event Online 2022-01-14 2nd
RLCS Season X – Spring: NA Regional Event 2 Online 2021-04-11 1st
RLCS Season X – Winter: NA Regional Event 2 Online 2020-12-10 2nd
RLCS Season X – Fall: NA Major Online 2020-10-25 1st
RLCS Season X – Fall: NA Regional Event 1 Online 2020-08-15 1st
Rocket League Spring Series – North America Online 2020-04-26 4th
Rocket League Season 9 Regional Championship – North America Online 2020-03-28 2nd[69]
RLCS Season 8 Finals Online 2019-12-15 3rd/4th
RLCS Season 8 – North America Online 2019-11-16 3rd
RLCS Season 7 – North America Online 2019-05-11 5th

PUBG

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Tournament Location Date Placement
Global Championship Thailand 2023-11-18 12th

Halo

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Tournament Location Date Placement
HCS Major Arlington 2024-03-17 1st
HCS Major Atlanta 2024-07-28 1st
HCS MAJOR SALT LAKE CITY 2024-09-09 1st
World Championships Seattle 2024-10-06 1st

Rosters

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Spacestation Gaming rosters
Brawl Stars
Handle Name Nationality
Bobby Levitt, Daniel Canada
Chino Contreras, Kevin United States
Sans Whitaker, Curtis United States
Halo Infinite
Handle Name Nationality
SnakeBite Duarte, Paul United States
Eco Smith, Kevin United States
Lucid Wilson, Tommy United States
StelluR Boettcher, Braedon United States
Rainbow Six Siege
Handle Name Nationality
Fultz Fultz, Alec United States
Benjamaster Dereli, Benjamin Denmark
J90 Burkard, Jack United States
Ashn Paz, Liam United States
Forrest Breaux, Roman United States
Rocket League
Handle Name Nationality
Chronic Iwanski, Nick United States
Diaz Henrique, Joao Brazil
reveal LeDuc, Jack United States
The Finals
Handle Name Nationality
Lamp Sterling United States
Normalize Noah United States
Graduating Brandon United States
Overwatch 2
Handle Name Nationality
Kronik Iacobacci, Rocco United States
Hawk Domecq, Xander United States
Lep Cambriani, Joseph United States
Cjay Smith, Christopher United States
Sugarfree Hijada, Kamden United States
scissors Substitute player Léon, Alejando United States
Legend:
  • (I) Inactive
  • (S) Suspended
  • (L) On loan
  • (2W) Two-way player
  • Substitute player Substitute
  • Injured Injury / Illness

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Spacestation Gaming (SSG) is an American professional organization founded in 2017 by social media influencer Shaun "Shonduras" McBride and headquartered in . As the official partner of the NBA's since 2018, SSG focuses on building competitive teams, content creation, and fan engagement across multiple gaming titles. The organization has expanded rapidly since its inception, co-owned by McBride, CEO Shawn "Unit" Pellerin, and content creator Mari "AtomicMari" Takahashi, with teams competing in prominent esports leagues for games such as Rainbow Six Siege, Rocket League, Halo Infinite, Overwatch 2, Apex Legends, and Brawl Stars. SSG's competitive divisions have achieved significant success, including winning the Six Invitational 2020 world championship in Rainbow Six Siege, securing first place in the North America League Stage 1 in 2025, second place in the North America League Stage 2 in 2025, and claiming the 2024 Halo World Championship title. In Overwatch 2, their team placed third at the Dallas Major in 2024 and fifth at the Esports World Cup 2024. Beyond competition, SSG emphasizes innovative content production and partnerships to grow the esports ecosystem, participating in over 400 tournaments across disciplines and maintaining a strong presence in North American leagues as of 2025. The organization continues to compete actively in North American leagues and international events as of November 2025.

Overview

Founding and ownership

Spacestation Gaming was founded in June 2017 by influencer Shaun "Shonduras" McBride in . McBride, known for his and , established the organization to transition from casual gaming videos and into a structured entity focused on professional sponsorships and competitive play. This shift leveraged his existing audience to build a foundation for sponsored gaming content and team development. From its inception, Spacestation Gaming envisioned a multi-game organization that prioritized and the integration of content creators alongside professional players. McBride aimed to create narrative-driven experiences that connected fans directly with the organization, drawing from his creator background to foster authentic interactions rather than traditional detachment. Early decisions emphasized supporting streamers' personal brands within competitive structures, setting the stage for a hybrid model blending entertainment and high-level gaming. Ownership is centered on founder Shaun "Shonduras" McBride as primary owner and co-founder Sean "Holladay" Holladay, with additional co-owners Shawn "Unit" Pellerin (CEO since March 2018) and Mari "AtomicMari" Takahashi (joined September 23, 2021). , a prominent gaming personality and former cast member, joined to enhance the organization's creator and community initiatives alongside McBride. This partnership reinforced SSG's commitment to integrating influential creators into its core operations.

Organization and facilities

Spacestation Gaming maintains its headquarters at 377 North Marshall Way, Suite 2, in , serving as the central hub for its operations and content production. Following its founding in 2017 by social media influencer Shaun "Shonduras" McBride, the organization established an official gaming house in 2018 to house players and facilitate collaborative training and . A dedicated facility for its Rainbow Six Siege team was introduced in 2021, featuring high-end setups designed to enhance team performance and streaming activities. The organization has cultivated strategic partnerships to bolster its branding, events, and infrastructure. On April 27, 2018, Spacestation Gaming became the official partner of the NBA's , enabling joint branding initiatives and fan engagement events in . In July 2018, it secured a sponsorship with , focusing on collaborative content around food delivery and esports lifestyle. On September 12, 2018, Vertagear was named the official provider, supplying custom-branded chairs to players and making them available for fan purchase. More recently, on May 6, 2024, the organization joined the World Cup Foundation's Club Support Program as one of 30 selected clubs, gaining access to financial and promotional resources for global competitions. Content creation is deeply integrated into Spacestation Gaming's structure, supporting both entertainment and revenue streams. On March 31, 2023, the organization signed popular Rainbow Six Siege streamer Nicholas "Jynxzi" Stewart as a content creator, leveraging his audience to produce engaging videos and live streams. In a notable collaboration, on August 24, 2021, it launched an exclusive merchandise line with Ubisoft for Rainbow Six Siege, featuring limited-edition apparel inspired by operators like Ela, Zero, and Echo. Through these developments, Spacestation Gaming has expanded its multi-regional presence, maintaining its base while supporting teams and creators in locations such as for competitive play. This growth has involved staff expansion to manage diverse divisions, including rosters, content production, and partnership activations, positioning the organization as a versatile player in the industry.

History

2017

Spacestation Gaming was officially founded on June 16, 2017, by social media influencer Shaun "Shonduras" McBride, marking the organization's entry into the industry through the acquisition and sponsorship of the Smite Pro League team formerly known as Monkey Madness. This initial sponsorship focused on Smite, a game that McBride personally enjoyed, providing a foundation for the organization's competitive presence without immediate expansion into other titles. The brand identity of Spacestation Gaming drew heavily from McBride's persona and his origins in casual basement gaming sessions with friends, evolving into a space-themed aesthetic that reflected his creative "" setup. This informal, community-driven approach emphasized engaging storytelling and fan interaction, leveraging McBride's millions of followers across platforms like and to build early visibility. In its formative months, the organization conducted initial team scouting to identify veteran players and promising recruits, while establishing internal structures in , where McBride and key collaborators like Sean "Holladay" Holladay began operations from a modest . This setup prioritized grassroots development over large-scale infrastructure, setting the stage for future growth; the ownership structure would later expand to include co-owner Mari Takahashi in 2021.

2018

In early 2018, Spacestation Gaming expanded its esports presence by acquiring the Looking For Org roster for Rainbow Six Siege on March 2, establishing a competitive team in the title. Concurrently, the organization formed its division, announcing its initial roster on March 13 to enter the professional scene. In April, Spacestation Gaming entered the Battlerite esports circuit by signing a professional roster on April 26, marking its debut in the game. This entry quickly yielded success, as the team qualified for the Battlerite Pro League Season 1 Global Finals at DreamHack Summer and won the event on June 17 by defeating Impact 3-1 in the grand final. The organization bolstered its branding through key partnerships throughout the year. On April 27, Spacestation Gaming became the official partner of the NBA's , integrating esports activations into the team's fan engagement strategy. In July, it secured a sponsorship with , collaborating on content creation and promotional campaigns featuring the delivery service's branding on team jerseys. By September 12, Vertagear joined as the official sponsor, providing equipment to support the organization's growing roster. These alliances built on SSG's roots in content creation, enhancing visibility and resources for its esports initiatives.

2019

In 2019, Spacestation Gaming broadened its competitive footprint by entering the Paladins Premier League, a professional circuit for the Paladins, with the organization among the initial signed teams for the season that began in March. This move marked SSG's first foray into the title's organized esports scene, aligning with the league's offline format at SkillShot Media's events throughout the year. Concurrently, SSG established its division in February, assembling a roster to compete in early tournaments for the launched earlier that year. The team made its high-profile debut at the EXP Invitational during Minneapolis in August, one of the title's inaugural major events featuring 20 squads vying for a $150,000 prize pool. Further diversification came in March when SSG announced its entry into , forming a North American squad to contest regional qualifiers and global events like the PUBG Mobile Club Open. However, by October 15, the organization exited the PUBG ecosystem entirely, citing unsustainable investment returns and structural challenges in the scene as reasons for the strategic withdrawal. This decision reflected SSG's approach to pruning underperforming divisions amid broader expansion efforts. Earlier partnerships, such as its role as the official partner of the NBA franchise, continued to provide branding synergies during this period of growth. Toward year's end, SSG bolstered its and racing presence with key acquisitions. In , the organization signed professional player David "LeoN" León, marking its debut in the competitive Smash scene and leveraging his expertise with characters like . This was followed in by the recruitment of specialist Matt "Matt" Matt, SSG's first entry into the racing simulator's professional circuit. On the competitive front, SSG's established divisions delivered notable results. The Rainbow Six Siege team clinched the US Nationals title on December 15, defeating Team Reciprocity 3-0 in the grand final to secure $65,000 and earn designation as Team USA for international play. Similarly, the squad achieved third place at the RLCS Season 8 World Championship in , earning $40,000 after advancing through the bracket but falling short of the finals against and Renault Vitality. These performances underscored SSG's rising competitiveness in core titles while experimenting with new ventures.

2020

Spacestation Gaming marked a pivotal achievement early in 2020 by winning the Six Invitational, the premier world championship for Rainbow Six Siege, on February 16. The organization defeated 3-2 in the grand final, claiming the title of world champions and a $1 million share of the event's $3 million prize pool. This victory represented SSG's first major international title and solidified their status as a top contender in the competitive Rainbow Six Siege scene. As the disrupted global events and operations, SSG adapted by streamlining its divisions and pursuing new opportunities for expansion. On March 2, the organization exited by releasing its roster, citing unsustainable ecosystem challenges similar to those encountered in the PC version the prior year. Building on diversification efforts from , SSG entered on April 4 through a partnership with NASCAR Xfinity Series drivers Will Rodgers and , marking their foray into . Later that month, on May 16, SSG joined the Clash Royale League by acquiring the roster from Blast Off Gaming, and on May 19, they signed a Arena team formerly known as The Boys to compete in Blizzard's circuit. In August, SSG expanded further into the emerging scene on August 24 by signing the core roster from Bloom Entertainment. These moves reflected SSG's strategy to broaden its portfolio amid event cancellations and remote competition shifts. SSG capped the year with another significant triumph in , winning the RLCS Season X Fall North American Major from October 18 to 25. The team overcame strong regional competition to secure the title and $40,200 in prize money, demonstrating resilience in a season restructured around online regionals due to the . This success highlighted SSG's ability to maintain momentum across multiple titles during a challenging global period.

2021

In 2021, Spacestation Gaming built on the momentum from their 2020 esports triumphs by expanding into new competitive scenes and strengthening existing divisions. On March 27, the organization announced its re-entry into the esports ecosystem following a brief hiatus, signaling renewed commitment to the battle royale title. The year saw further diversification in June, with Spacestation re-entering PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) on June 2 by acquiring the North American team Spicy Fish to compete in major tournaments like the PUBG Continental Series. Days later, on June 4, the Rainbow Six Siege roster was bolstered with the signing of veteran player Matthew "Hotancold" Stevens, enhancing their strategic depth ahead of the North American League season. August marked significant partnerships for growth, including a collaboration with announced on August 24 to launch official Rainbow Six Siege-themed merchandise, the first such tie-in between the game and an esports organization. Later that month, on , Spacestation was selected as one of nine official partner organizations for the Halo Championship Series, expanding into console esports with for the 2021-2022 seasons. September brought key changes to ownership and personnel. On September 23, gaming personality and former Games co-founder Mari "AtomicMari" Takahashi joined as co-owner, bringing her media expertise to support community engagement and content creation. In the Rainbow Six division, Javier "Thinkingnade" Escamilla retired from competitive play on September 1, and the team quickly signed Alexander "Skys" Magor as his replacement on September 6 to maintain competitiveness.

2022

In January 2022, Spacestation Gaming underwent significant roster adjustments in its division. On January 11, player Caden "Sypical" Pellegrin departed the team after three years with the organization. The following day, January 12, 16-year-old prodigy Daniel "Daniel" Piecenski joined as his replacement, forming a new lineup alongside and Retals that aimed to maintain SSG's competitive edge in the RLCS. Spacestation Gaming entered the esports scene on May 9, 2022, by signing a full roster including KJewls, Visions, and ChenZo. The team achieved a season victory in the Pro Series 2022 Summer, securing first place with a 76% win rate and earning $30,000 in prize money on July 17. Later that year, they placed second at the Pro Series Championship, demonstrating mid-tier consolidation in a burgeoning competitive title. In Apex Legends, Spacestation Gaming's team finished sixth at the ALGS Championship on July 10, 2022, in Anaheim, California, marking a solid performance among 40 international squads in the event's grand finals and highlighting steady progress in the battle royale circuit. Spacestation Gaming, which had entered the Halo Championship Series in 2021 following the franchise's esports revival, continued roster evolution throughout late 2022. On August 29, the organization acquired the Pittsburgh Knights' Latin America roster—consisting of Atzo, Drift, Pelu, and Tapping Buttons—to bolster its presence in regional events like HCS Mexico. By November 28, SSG announced a major overhaul, signing the former Cloud9 Halo Infinite lineup of Eco, StelluR, Pznguin, and Renegade, along with coach Elamite, to target top contention in the HCS Year 2 season starting in 2023. These changes reflected SSG's commitment to adapting its Halo division amid fluctuating team dynamics.

2023

In 2023, Spacestation Gaming focused on rebuilding its flagship Rainbow Six Siege division following a disappointing early exit at the Six Invitational 2023, where the team finished between 9th and 12th after advancing from the group stage but falling in the lower bracket playoffs. On March 14, the organization unveiled a significantly overhauled roster for the League, retaining experienced players Alec "Fultz" Fultz and Matthew "Hotancold" Stevens while integrating newcomers Roman "Forrest" Breaux, Jack "J9O" Buckard, and Bryan "Merc" Wrzek to bring fresh dynamics and tactical depth. The changes also included the appointment of Seth "Callout" Vinal as head coach and Adam "Mango" Pazner as analyst, marking a comprehensive aimed at reversing recent underperformance. This new lineup demonstrated resilience in regional play, securing a 5th-place finish at the League 2023 Stage 2 and signaling a competitive rebound. Complementing the esports rebuild, Spacestation Gaming emphasized content integration by signing prominent Rainbow Six Siege content creator Nicholas "Jynxzi" Stewart on March 31. With over a million followers across platforms, Jynxzi's entertaining style and focus on the game aligned with SSG's strategy to blend professional competition with community-driven media, fostering greater fan engagement and brand growth. The organization's other divisions underwent minor maintenance to sustain momentum. In , SSG parted ways with longtime coach Chrome in late March but preserved its core roster of Garrett "Arsenal" Casey, Justin "LJ" Liv, and Matt "sad" DeYonge, enabling consistent participation in the RLCS 2022-23 season without major disruptions. Similarly, the team maintained roster stability under players like Michael "Falcated" Garcia and Kevin "Eco" Smith, while hosting and winning the HCS Global Invitational in August in , which reinforced their operational presence in the scene.

2024

In 2024, Spacestation Gaming (SSG) expanded its competitive footprint by entering the ecosystem, marking a strategic addition to its multi-game portfolio following roster adjustments from the prior year. On March 2, SSG was officially accepted into Supercell's Partner Program, enabling the organization to field a dedicated roster in the Championship Series and access revenue-sharing opportunities from in-game cosmetics. SSG achieved significant success in its , highlighted by a dominant performance in . The team clinched the ALGS Year 4 Split 2 Playoffs on September 1 in , , defeating Gaimin Gladiators in the grand finals to secure the $300,000 first-place prize and qualification for the Championship. This victory underscored SSG's resurgence in the North American scene, with players Phony, Xynew, and Koyful leading the charge through precise controller play and match-point execution. The organization's Halo Infinite division reached its pinnacle later in the year, winning the Halo World Championship on October 6 in . SSG reverse-swept 4-3 in the best-of-seven grand finals, earning $400,000 and solidifying their status as 2024 champions with contributions from Adam "Bound" Gray, Kevin "Eco" Smith, Braedon "StelluR" Boettcher, and Kaci "Lqgend" Haywood. This triumph followed strong showings in earlier HCS majors, including wins in and . SSG also sustained involvement in global initiatives, continuing participation in the World Cup Foundation's Club Support Program after its launch on May 6. As one of selected organizations, SSG benefited from financial backing and cross-game promotion across 23 titles at the inaugural Esports World Cup in , , from July 3 to August 25. This program provided stability amid SSG's competitive peaks, fostering long-term infrastructure for multidisciplinary esports.

2025

In early 2025, Spacestation Gaming (SSG) achieved a significant milestone by being accepted into the Overwatch Champion Series (OWCS) Partner Team program for , marking their official entry as a franchised organization in the North American circuit. This partnership, announced on January 17, allowed SSG to secure dedicated in-game team bundles and stable competitive slots, building on their momentum from the 2024 championships. In , SSG achieved third place at the OWCS 2025 Midseason Championship. SSG expanded further into mobile esports by qualifying for the Brawl Stars World Finals 2025 through strong performances in the North American Monthly Finals, earning one of the regional slots via the points-based leaderboard system. The qualification positioned them among the top 16 global teams competing in from November 28 to 30, highlighting their growing presence in Supercell's ecosystem despite plans to depart the Brawl Stars Partner Program post-event. In August 2025, SSG signed a professional roster for , entering the shooter in partnership with Embark Studios ahead of its first major tournament at . This move diversified their portfolio into PC-based competitive shooters, with the team preparing for the $100,000 Grand Major event in November. Throughout 2025, SSG maintained competitive activity in their established divisions, including , Rainbow Six Siege, and , where they hosted the HCS Major in . In Rainbow Six Siege, SSG secured first place in the North America League Stage 1, earning €25,000. These efforts sustained their status as a top n organization across multiple titles.

Esports divisions

Rainbow Six Siege

Spacestation Gaming entered the Rainbow Six Siege esports scene in March 2018 by acquiring the Looking For Org roster, marking their initial foray into the competitive division. The team quickly established itself in the North American Pro League, achieving key milestones such as winning the United States Nationals 2019, which qualified them as Team USA and earned them $65,000 in prize money. Their pinnacle achievement came at the Six Invitational 2020, where they defeated Ninjas in Pyjamas 3-2 in the grand final to claim the world championship and a $1,000,000 share of the $3,000,000 prize pool. The 2020 championship roster featured Alec "Fultz" Fultz, Brennan "Canadian" Fiss, Dylan "Bosco" Bowes-Lyon, Nathan "Rampy" Duvall, and Connor "Thinkingnade" Sinagra, with Fultz serving as an entry fragger and Canadian as the in-game leader. Following their world title, the division underwent roster adjustments, including the signing of Matthew "Hotancold" Stevens in June 2021 to bolster their leadership after a stint with . However, performance dipped in subsequent years, culminating in a major overhaul in early 2023 when the organization parted ways with core players Bosco, Lycan, and Rampy on February 28, 2023, to rebuild for the League season. The revamped lineup, announced on March 14, 2023, retained Fultz and Hotancold while adding new talents, aiming to regain competitive footing; this iteration placed 13th-16th at the Six Invitational 2023, earning $55,000. In 2025, Spacestation Gaming demonstrated resurgence in the League, securing 1st place in Stage 1 on June 12, 2025, with a €25,000 prize. They followed with a strong 2nd-place finish in Stage 2 on October 11, 2025, behind M80 and earning €16,250. At the Six Invitational 2025, the team achieved 5th place on February 2, 2025, highlighting their improved international standing. As of November 2025, the current roster consists of Alec "Fultz" Fultz (entry fragger), Ethan "Nuers" James (support), Liam "Ashn" Paz (roamer), Benjamin "Benjamaster" Dereli (flex), and Jack "J9O" Burkard (in-game leader).

Rocket League

Spacestation Gaming formed its division in February 2018, acquiring the roster of 0verZer0, Espeon, and Lemonpuppy to compete in the RLCS circuit. The team quickly established itself as a competitive force, culminating in a third-place finish at the RLCS Season 8 World Championship in December 2019, where they earned $40,000 after defeating Team Reciprocity in the quarterfinals but falling to in the semifinals. Building on this momentum, SSG claimed its first major title by winning the RLCS Season X Fall North American Major in October 2020, defeating 4-2 in the grand finals to secure $40,200 in prize money and solidify their status as a top North American contender. Significant roster changes marked the early 2020s for the division. Caden "Sypical" Pellegrin, who earned the MVP award for the RLCS Season 8 North American regular season due to his exceptional mechanical skill and impact on SSG's performance, departed the organization in January 2022 after three years of contributions that helped elevate the team to consistent podium finishes. Daniel "Daniel" Piecenski, a highly touted young prospect eligible for professional play upon turning 15, joined SSG shortly thereafter in January 2022, bringing fresh talent to the lineup and participating in subsequent RLCS events. As of November 2025, Spacestation Gaming's roster features Emanuel "Diaz" Diaz, Garrett "Chronic" King, and Jack "Reveal" LeDuc, supported by coach André "Xpére" Costa. The team concluded the year with a seventh-place finish at the RLCS 2025 World Championship in September, earning $66,000 after advancing through the group stage but exiting in the round of 16.

Halo Infinite

Spacestation Gaming entered the esports scene through a partnership with the Halo Championship Series (HCS), announced on August 30, 2021, as one of nine official partnered organizations selected by 343 Industries to compete in the inaugural seasons of the game. This move marked the organization's expansion into console titles, with the division officially forming shortly after. On September 10, 2021, SSG signed its initial roster consisting of players Aaron "Ace" Elam and Alec "Tylenul" Mumper, alongside veteran coach Kyle "Elamite" Elam, to represent the team in early HCS events. The partnership provided SSG with dedicated slots in major tournaments, enabling the team to establish a presence in the North American competitive ecosystem. Following a challenging first year, the Halo Infinite division underwent significant roster adjustments during August to November 2022 to strengthen its competitiveness. On August 23, 2022, SSG released its existing players, including Suppressed and Kuhlect, amid a broader restructuring. By August 29, 2022, the organization acquired the dominant Latin American roster from Pittsburgh Knights, adding players Atzo, Drift, Pelu, and Tapping Buttons, along with coach ReLoad, to bolster its lineup for the remainder of Season 1 and upcoming majors like Orlando and Worlds. Further changes occurred in October, with Tylenul and Atzo departing, followed by the release of Drift, Pelu, and Tapping Buttons on November 11. On November 28, 2022, SSG signed a high-profile quartet of Halo veterans—Kevin "Eco" Smith, Braedon "StelluR" Boettcher, Nathan "Pznguin" Smith, and another experienced player—to form a core aimed at contending for titles, reflecting the organization's commitment to adapting through targeted acquisitions of proven talent. These post-2021 adaptations, including iterative roster rebuilds and retention of key figures like coach Elamite, culminated in SSG's breakthrough achievement at the Halo World Championship 2024. On October 6, 2024, the team, featuring Eco, StelluR, Lqgend, and Bound, defeated in a reverse sweep during the grand finals to claim the title and a $400,000 prize, marking SSG's first world championship in and solidifying its status as a top contender. Notable past players who contributed to the division's growth include initial signees and Tylenul, the 2022 LATAM acquisitions Atzo, Drift, Pelu, and Tapping Buttons, as well as later additions like and Lucid in early 2025. As of November 2025, Spacestation Gaming's roster consists of players Kevin "Eco" Smith, Michael "Falcated" Garcia, Braedon "StelluR" Boettcher, and Donnie "Suppressed" Lopez, with Kyle "Elamite" Elam continuing as coach; this lineup emerged from further changes in mid-2025, including the addition of Falcated and Suppressed in after the departure of SnakeBite and Lucid.

Overwatch 2

Spacestation Gaming entered the Overwatch 2 competitive scene in 2025 as one of the inaugural partner teams for the Overwatch Champions Series (OWCS) region. On January 17, 2025, the organization was officially announced as a partner team by and , marking their full-time commitment to the esports ecosystem. The following day, January 18, 2025, SSG revealed their initial roster, consisting of tank player Seeker, damage dealers Bliss and Kellan, and supports Squid and Unter. In their debut season, Spacestation Gaming demonstrated rapid adaptation to the meta, which emphasized flexible compositions and hero synergies following updates to roles and abilities. The team finished 2nd in OWCS NA Stage 1. They placed 4th in Stage 2. Their performance in Stage 3 resulted in 2nd place overall. These results highlighted SSG's strategic shifts toward aggressive dive compositions, leveraging heroes like Winston and Tracer effectively in the evolving patch environment. SSG did not qualify for the OWCS Midseason in July 2025. To further adapt to late-2025 meta changes favoring sustained poke strategies with heroes like and Ana, SSG underwent a significant roster overhaul in August 2025, releasing three players including Bliss, Kellan, and . As of November 2025, Spacestation Gaming's active roster includes tank Xander "Hawk" Domecq, damage dealers Rocco "Kronik" Iacobacci and Kamden "Sugarfree" Hijada, and supports Joseph "Lep" Cambriani and Christopher "Cjay" Smith, with Alejandro "scissors" León serving as a substitute support. This lineup has contributed to consistent top-tier finishes, positioning SSG as a rising contender in the NA scene while continuing to refine their meta adaptations through targeted scrims and patch analysis.

Other divisions

Spacestation Gaming entered the esports scene in 2019 with an initial roster, marking one of its early expansions into battle royale titles to capitalize on the game's rising popularity. The organization re-entered Apex in 2021 after a hiatus, signing a new team, and achieved significant success by winning the ALGS Year 4 Split 2 Playoffs in September 2024, securing $300,000 in prize money. However, SSG parted ways with its Apex roster just days after the victory, effectively exiting the division amid reported internal team issues and strategic refocus on core titles. This on-again, off-again involvement in Apex helped bolster SSG's visibility during periods of game growth but highlighted challenges in sustaining rosters in volatile ecosystems. In PUBG and PUBG Mobile, SSG debuted teams in 2019, participating in regional leagues and international events to diversify beyond its founding titles. The PUBG division disbanded in April 2019 due to roster instability and competitive pressures, but SSG re-entered in June 2021 by acquiring the NA squad Spicy Fish for the PUBG Continental Series. Activity waned by 2022 as PUBG's esports scene contracted, leading to an exit; PUBG Mobile efforts similarly ceased around 2021 amid shifting priorities toward more stable leagues. These entries provided early revenue streams and fanbase expansion for the young organization, though exits reflected broader industry trends of declining viewership and sponsorships in battle royale genres. SSG launched a division in 2020, aligning with the game's explosive launch, and competed in North American qualifiers like the Nerd Street Gamers Winter Championship, where it placed third. The team disbanded in 2021 due to insufficient funding and intense regional competition, marking an early lesson in for emerging titles. Brief involvements in other games during 2017-2020 further diversified SSG's portfolio: it won the Battlerite Pro League Season 1 in 2018, securing $10,000; fielded Paladins and Smite squads in 2018-2019 for minor tournament placements; entered and in 2019 for short-lived campaigns; and supported Arena teams in 2020 alongside Smash Bros. and players for community events. These ventures, often driven by low-barrier entry and partnership opportunities, accelerated SSG's growth from a startup to a multi-division org by building cross-game talent pipelines and merchandising synergies, though many ended as popularity shifted to larger titles. Among current minor divisions, SSG entered Brawl Stars in February 2024 via the Supercell Partner Program, initially with players Toast, Fade, and RBM, to tap into mobile esports audiences. The roster evolved, with Bobby, Chino, and Sans joining in January 2025, leading to qualification for the Brawl Stars World Finals 2025 in Sweden after strong North American performances, including a 3rd-4th-place finish at the March 2024 Championship. SSG announced its departure from the Partner Program in October 2025, citing strategic realignment, but will compete in the November finals as its final event. In August 2025, SSG signed a top-tier team for The Finals—consisting of Lamp, Normalize, and Grad—for the DreamHack Sweden Major and Grand Major 2025, aiming to establish presence in the destructible-arena shooter scene following the game's closed beta success. This entry reflects SSG's ongoing pursuit of innovative titles to complement its major divisions and sustain growth through varied content creation.

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