Can the Los Angeles Valiant become the fourth-best team in APAC? How will Chengdu react to their mastermind’s departure? And where in the world are Philly and NYXL’s roster announcements!? 2022 may be the new year but we’re still the same old Tactical Crouch! AVRL, Yiska and Volamel tackle the most recent roster moves, review the start of the new year and speculate on some proto-power ranking. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:11:24 - Coldest to Valiant, chances to be mid? 00:22:49 - Chengdu Chief Change: RUI steps aside. How big will the impact be? 01:06:20 - Get off the fence: Yaki v Decay 01:17:49 - Kaiser is the most important player who never made it to OWL? 01:27:07 - Which Paris rookie impressed you the most? 01:28:17 - Should OWL expand, contract or stay the same size? 01:45:45 - Who is OWL's Mr Irrelevant? 01:54:13 - Dark horse RoY candidates 01:58:26 - Can Kellan solo tank? 02:02:47 - Outro

Tactical Crouch - A Competitive Overwatch Podcast

Can The Hunters Maintain Without RUI & Are The Valiant Punching Up? | Tactical Crouch Ep. 208

As we say goodbye to Overwatch 1 and we say hello to 2022, it’s time to have some fun recounting the history of the Overwatch League and its journey here. AVRL, Yiska, and Volamel go down memory lane and review some of the best moments from the last four seasons of the Overwatch League and attempt to remember some of the most forgettable rosters from the past.

The Overwatch GOAT & Which OWL Season Was The Best? | Tactical Crouch Ep. 207

Will Patiphan’s VALORANT sabbatical cause the Gladiators troubles? How excited should Boston be about their DPS lineup? And what’s the deal with all these Overwatch 2 news!? With cautious excitement, AVRL, Yiska, and Volamel tackle the Overwatch 2 hopeful comments from content creators and break down some of the teams that have hit the headlines as of late.

Big Overwatch 2 HOPE? & Patiphan Returns Home | Tactical Crouch Ep. 206

Is the offseason too long and dry? What are some of the oddest trades in Overwatch history? Does Reddit have blood on their hands? And where do the guys land on Anamo’s arrival to the Mayhem? AVRL, Yiska, and Volamel are back with another dose of offseason takes including Diya’s return to the league and dropping their thoughts on the temperature of certain Overwatch League teams. 

Diya FINALLY Arrives & Toronto’s Grand Finale | Tactical Crouch Ep. 205

Will the Justice see the same impact that New York did with the addition of Kalios? What can NoHill, and the recent rumoured additions, turn the Valiant around? Also, should kids stay in school? AVRL, Yiska, and Volamel mull over the Washington Justice’s most recent news while attempting to measure the developing news of the Los Angeles Valiant’s 2022 bid.

Kalios OVER Fury & The LA Valiant Looking Competitive? | Tactical Crouch Ep. 204

What is the likely hood of the Los Angeles Valiant being competitive next year? Are stonks high on the Vancouver Titans? Where does someone like SADO end up this year? And what’s the deal with this new patch? Yiska, AVRL, and Volamel traverse the remaining offseason moves while breaking down Overwatch’s newest--and most wild--experimental patch.

Experimental Patch & Are Valiant Good? | Tactical Crouch Ep. 203

While Yiska is away on work, it’s time we crack pandora’s box. Overwatch 2 skitters on the horizon, it’s time we dive into the pros and cons of where we’re actually headed. AVRL and Volamel are joined by former Overwatch League professional player, DusttinBowerman. Drifting from other esports titles, reflecting on Dusttin’s time in the Overwatch League, and the future of the Atlanta Reign. Follow the show & our hosts on Twitter https://twitter.com/tactical_crouch https://twitter.com/imAVRL https://twitter.com/YiskaOut https://twitter.com/Volamel Follow Dusttin here https://twitter.com/DusttinBowerman https://www.twitch.tv/dusttinbowerman Join our communities to connect with other OWL fans https://discord.me/tacticalcrouch https://discord.gg/YGB8aVXgzT https://www.twitch.tv/avrl/ Ways to support the show: http://patreon.com/tacticalcrouch 

Atlanta Reign In 2022 & What Is Coaching Really? | Tactical Crouch Ep. 202 (Feat. DusttinBowerman)

With a heavy heart, we pay tribute to Kyeong-bo "Alarm" Kim’s memory and career. We will never forget the impact he had on Overwatch and its competitive landscape. AVRL, Yiska and Volamel also attempt to unpack the recent Activision Blizzard news and movements while still touching on the Atlanta Reign and the Hangzhou Spark’s recent roster moves. Are the Reign still a darkhorse nod moving into such a new game? While their history may be poor, is this the year the Spark finally matches their rosters expectations? 

Activision Blizzard Woes & Can Spark Reign With Rookies? | Tactical Crouch Ep. 201

 After hundreds of hours of content, Tactical Crouch reaches a new milestone; episode 200. AVRL, Yiska and Volamel are joined by former co-head coach for the Houston Outlaws, Harsha Bandi, general manager for the Florida Mayhem, Albert "yeHHH" Yeh, assistant coach for the Boston Uprising, Dennis "Barroi" Matz, the OG host of Tactical Crouch, Kickedtripod, the general manager of the London Spitfire, Ysabel "Noukky" Müller, and Overwatch Contenders China commentator and expert Eren "Kenobi" Erkey. Episode 200 is not only meant to be a celebration of the community but a platform for each guest to speak freely on their recent moves in or outside of esports.   Follow the show & our hosts on Twitter https://twitter.com/tactical_crouch https://twitter.com/imAVRL https://twitter.com/YiskaOut https://twitter.com/Volamel Join our communities to connect with other OWL fans https://discord.me/tacticalcrouch https://discord.gg/YGB8aVXgzT https://www.twitch.tv/avrl/ Ways to support the show: http://patreon.com/tacticalcrouch 

The MEGA Episode | Tactical Crouch Ep. 200 (feat. multiple guests)

Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code “TACTICALCROUCH” at Manscaped.com!! #Sponsored  Overwatch 2 has been dealt another hand of unfortunate news, and yet, the 2021 offseason churns forward with an exciting pace. AVRL, Yiska and Volamel run down the myriad of roster moves from this week and last. Proper and the O2 boys have made a landing, but is it the right one? Have the Dynasty found their Seoul? Can we measure Toronto as a god-squad or does that moniker go to Boston?

More Overwatch 2 Delays & Have Shock WON The Offseason? | Tactical Crouch Ep. 199

Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code “TACTICALCROUCH” at Manscaped.com!! #Sponsored Apologies for the shorter episode today! Technical difficulties cut the audio portion of the recording nearly halfway through. THAT SAID, there still are some huge moves that have been made this week. What does BlizzCon being cancelled mean for the Overwatch 2? On top of that, the Los Angeles Gladiators have made both sweeping changes and acquisitions. AVRL, Yiska, and Volamel break down ‘most’ of the big roster shuffles and news this week. 

Los Angeles Lands ANS & Cancelled BlizzCon Plans | Tactical Crouch Ep. 198

Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code “TACTICALCROUCH” at Manscaped.com!! #Sponsored  Roster shuffle season has ... begun! As we creep ever closer to Overwatch 2 and the 2022 Overwatch League season, more and more big-ticket moves are breaking by the minute. Can Pelican thrive in Houston? What’s new in San Francisco? AVRL, Yiska, and Volamel break down and speculate on the Overwatch League’s recent roster moves and acquisitions.

Outlaw Pelican & Twilight In TORONTO?!? | Tactical Crouch Ep. 197

Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code “TACTICALCROUCH” at Manscaped.com!! #Sponsored Where can we put Ameng? Is there a home for ANS next year? What about the other Shock starters? AVRL, Yiska, and Volamel continue to break down the 2021 post-season--now with the insight of the 2022 Player Contract Status report. We’re talking roster moves, contracts, and where the league’s content focus goes in the future?  Joe did his job: https://overwatchleague.com/en-us/news/2022-player-contract-status

Playing Fantasy OWL GM & Post Season Speculation | Tactical Crouch Ep. 196

Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code “TACTICALCROUCH” at Manscaped.com!! #Sponsored   While Shanghai and Dallas hold’em, teams like Florida and Toronto are folding’em. The 2021 post-season festivities are starting off with a bang and AVRL, Yiska, and Volamel are here to break it all down. Where are some teams leaning? Which teams are shifting their stances? Episode 195 breaks down all the roster news, both breaking, and established.

Pre-Season Building & Rostermania BEGINS | Tactical Crouch Ep. 195

The Dragons' reign supreme, but how do they stack up against some of the best champions of the game? Is there a world where the Los Angeles Gladiators make top three? AVRL, Yiska, and Volamel recount the 2021 Overwatch League playoffs, reviewing the stories and matches to close out the season and Overwatch 1. 

Crowning The Dragons And A 2021 Season Post Mortem | Tactical Crouch Ep. 194

Tactical Crouch is the best place to get your Overwatch League and competitive Overwatch news, analysis, and more. Join your hosts KickedTripod, Volamel, and Yiska as they interview the best and brightest in competitive Overwatch! This project is not affiliated with Overwatch League, Overwatch, or Blizzard Entertainment.

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