NAVI Academy introduces coach

In early August, Natus Vincere, in collaboration with Visa, announced the launch of a new Dota 2 academy. Vitalii Sword_Art Petkin, who previously worked with various NAVI rosters as a coach and analyst, was appointed as the project's coach.

Under his guidance, the team managed to place in the top 4 at Clavision Snow Ruyi Invitational and PGL Wallachia: Season 2.

Applications are open to players aged 14 to 18 with an MMR above 11,000, regardless of their in-game role. From all candidates, the most promising will be selected to participate in a two-week bootcamp. At least one graduate will join the new NAVI Junior roster after the program.

Earlier, Cyberscore reported that Xtreme Gaming will compete at The International 2025 with a roster change.