On today's episode of the Rough Drafts Podcast, Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar and Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk sit down with UOL CEO, owner, and Sheepy's father Jos "UOLDad" Mallant. Together, they discuss the past, present, and future of one of Europe's most marketable teams, as well as what UOL does differently when acquiring talent in the offseason. 01:05 Intro 02:20 Jos's role as the CEO/team dad and how UOL was founded 06:10 The early days of UOL's history 09:30 UOL's start as a family business ...
Feb 06, 2017•1 hr 20 min
On today’s episode of the Rough Drafts “Guess the Lines Podcast,” Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk survey North America’s middle class and try to read their rising and falling stocks. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your analysts? Watch the podcast here: https://youtu.be/aW01GXyJcsc If you prefer audio only versions, be sure to subsc...
Feb 02, 2017•1 hr 9 min
On today’s episode of the Rough Drafts Guess the Lines Podcast, Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk attempt to find value in a region in which almost every favourite took care of business last week. Together, they discuss how the Unicorns of Love are able to overpower their opponents, why Misfits gives Chase worrying flashbacks, and whether Splyce has earned the benefit of the doubt heading into this week’s matches. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon...
Feb 01, 2017•56 min
On today’s episode of the Rough Drafts Guess the Lines Podcast, Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar head into Week 2 of the NALCS in the red. The guys discuss Week 1’s ups and downs, why some teams are so undervalued, and take advantage of Unikrn’s algorithm with some “smart money” suggestions. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your analy...
Jan 26, 2017•1 hr 1 min
2017 Spring EU LCS Guess the Lines Week Two by Chase Wassenar & Walter Fedczuk
Jan 25, 2017•1 hr 1 min
On today’s episode of the Rough Drafts Guess the Lines Podcast, Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar embark on the wild ride that will most likely be the NALCS Spring Split. They breakdown the futures and discover the second most shocking line in “Guess the Lines” history (no lamps were broken this time). Team Liquid Coaching: https://www.teamliquidpro.com/news/2017/01/14/building-the-team-liquid-infrastructure Emily Rand Article: http://www.thescoreesports.com/lol/news/1272...
Jan 18, 2017•1 hr 2 min
On today’s episode of the Rough Drafts Guess the Lines Podcast, Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar turn their attention away from hypotheticals and towards the first week of European LCS action. Together, they discuss the additional value the two group system brings to betting on Futures, Fnatic’s need to make a statement in Week One after a disappointing Summer split, and how H2k-Gaming’s new bot lane must perform if the teams wants to live up to fan expectations. Enjoyed...
Jan 17, 2017•1 hr
After previewing all 20 LCS teams reactions were mixed. Some people agreed, some didn’t, and some are Co-Owners of one of those said teams. Join Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar as they talk shop with Splyce Co-Owner Marty “LazerChicken” Strenczewilk about the org, outside analysis, real sports, and why Rochester, NY is the greatest city on Earth. 1:05 Intro 3:15 History of Splyce 6:15 Signing “Solar” 7:05 Splyce as a “Global” Organization 10:15 Building and Maintaining ...
Jan 16, 2017•1 hr 3 min
After previewing all 10 NALCS teams, join Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar as they give their final predictions for the 2017 Spring Split. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to see our analysts' faces? Be sure to subscribe to their YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjU2_D4UBqINtnUhCYiUqvA If you prefer audio only versions, be sure to subscribe to the Esports Rough Drafts Podcast on i...
Jan 15, 2017•14 min
After previewing all 10 EULCS teams, join Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar as they give their final predictions for the 2017 Spring Split. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to see our analysts' faces? Be sure to subscribe to their YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjU2_D4UBqINtnUhCYiUqvA Twitter: https://twitter.com/roughdraftspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roughdraftspod So...
Jan 15, 2017•11 min
On the last episode of our EU Spring Team-by-Team preview series, Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk look at the newly revamped Team Vitality roster. Together, they discuss the much improved bot lane, lingering questions about their jungler position, and how the team’s versatility is both a strength and a weakness. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the love...
Jan 13, 2017•27 min
On the final episode of our NA Spring Split Team-by-Team previews, we attempt to beat the buzzer and break down Echo Fox. Despite a drama filled offseason, NBA player Rick Fox’s namesake org jumped into the fray and made out with their own Korean Star Top laner in Looper. Will the addition be enough to help carry the Foxes to the promised land, or will their shot bounce off the iron and lead to another relegation fight? Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patre...
Jan 13, 2017•26 min
In North America’s penultimate episode Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar break down our longtime nemesis Counter Logic Gaming. Despite the rocky history, the guys applaud CLG’s decision to stand pat on their roster and discuss how Stixxay can overtake the field as NA’s best AD carry. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your analysts? Watc...
Jan 12, 2017•28 min
On today’s episode, Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk watches Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar go between the five stages of grief as they discuss his favourite team, ROCCAT. Together, they discuss the ROCCAT rebuilding “plan”, the potential for a bot lane letdown, and debate just how far Betsy can push this team. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your analysts? Watch the ...
Jan 12, 2017•32 min
As the only challenger team to qualify for the LCS in NA, expectations for these former Cloud 9 vets are cruising at 30,000 feet. Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar bemoan FlyQuests marketing decisions, dive into their potential, and discuss how mid laner Hai Lam’s legacy will be impacted at the end of the split. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely...
Jan 11, 2017•27 min
On today’s episode, Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Feeczuk try to entangle the mess that was Origen’s offseason. Together, they discuss whether the return of LeDuck could be a positive sign, their frustration with low ceiling players, and the potential for an xPeke return to the rift. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your analysts? Watch th...
Jan 11, 2017•26 min
Today on the podcast, two disappointing playoff exits lead to a nearly clean sweep of Immortals League of Legends division. The addition of NA star Dardoch and newly dubbed “Bash Brother” Flame have Immortals future soaring into the clouds, but a disappointing IEM Gyeonggi has raised questions about their bot lane. Is Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk overreacting or is Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar dismissing the results of actual competitive games? Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patr...
Jan 10, 2017•29 min
On today’s episode of the Rough Drafts Podcast, Chase “RedShirtKIng” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk try to make sense of Giants Gaming and their frustrating offseason. Together, they discuss their excitement for NiGHT, some glaring organization issues, and whether the new pieces are good enough to keep them from relegations. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely face...
Jan 10, 2017•28 min
On today’s episode of the Rough Drafts Podcast, Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk finally give in to the loving embrace of Europe’s favourite Unicorns. Together, they discuss the rise of Exileh, the Sheepy system, and whether Lady Luck has been on their side one too many times. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your analysts? Watch the ...
Jan 09, 2017•29 min
Today on the podcast join Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar as they continue their preview of North America with Team Liquid. A tumultuous offseason saw the release of a unprecedented look behind the TL curtain and the sometimes ugly nature of esports. An effort to cleanse the organization has lead to a coaching change and the return of a former world champion. Can Piglet redeem himself or will his promising career finally draw its last breath in the deepening waters of N...
Jan 09, 2017•29 min
On today’s episode, Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk sit down to chat about the other European power returning all five of its starters: Splyce. Together, they discuss the benefits of running it back, the potential for a disappointing Kobbe split, and how YamatoCannon may hold the keys to bring this team to the promised land. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats...
Jan 06, 2017•28 min
Week 1 of the “team-by-team” previews draws to a close as Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk breakdown Phoenix1. Will the additions of Arrow and Ryu help fan the flames of P1’s late summer surge, or will their weakness in the top lane be their undoing? Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your analysts? Watch the podcast here: https://www.y...
Jan 06, 2017•26 min
On today’s episode Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk take a look at Team EnVyUs’ offseason and ask the question “Can anyone break out and will it be enough to save the ‘Boys in Blue?’” Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your analysts? Watch the podcast here: https://youtu.be/UKvtTyleFu0 If you prefer audio only versions, be sure to subsc...
Jan 05, 2017•25 min
On today’s episode, Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk get excited about the only new addition to the LCS line-up: Misfits. Together, they discuss whether PowerOfEvil is a “change of scenery” candidate, lament KaKAO’s recent showings in the Chinese Challenger League, and decide if Alphari is sneakily underrated. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely ...
Jan 05, 2017•30 min
On Day Three of the EU LCS preview series, Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk discuss the new look H2k-Gaming roster. Together, they try to figure out whether Febiven is due for a resurgence, if the Korean bot lane will play well together, and whether Jankos could possibly recreate his incredible performance in the Summer Split. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stat...
Jan 04, 2017•28 min
In what’s normally the most wonderful time of the year, join Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar, as opinions clash on Worlds quarterfinalist, Cloud9. At the crux of it all, can Rookie jungler Contractz succeed and if simply being better than his predecessor, Meteos, is enough to keep the organization in the title picture. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and t...
Jan 04, 2017•27 min
On Day Two of the Rough Drafts EU LCS preview series, Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk take a look at the two time reigning European champions, G2 Esports. Together, they discuss the possibility of a true dynasty in Europe, whether PerkZ’s international play is concerning, and whether opposing teams can catch up to Trick’s incredible game sense. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video,...
Jan 03, 2017•24 min
It’s Day 2 of the North American NALCS Team-by-Team preview. After nearly two years of jokes about mediocre Korean imports Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar are stunned as former Legacy organization Team Dignitas, Apex Gaming, and NBA basement dwellers, the Philadelphia 76ers, team up to pull of the “dunk” of the NA offseason. The guys praise the team’s acquisitions while wondering if the players they kept can keep up. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Pa...
Jan 03, 2017•25 min
It’s a NEW YEAR, YES IT IS!!! Join Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar as they kick off 2017 breaking down all ten teams in the North American LCS with the most successful organization in the history of the league, Team SoloMid. After checking out their offseason changes, our resident TSM fanboy laments one signing, cheers a departure, and defines what “success” means for the org. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdrafts...
Jan 02, 2017•27 min
There’s no better way to start the Rough Drafts team-by-team European preview than for Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk to look at the almost entirely new Fnatic roster. Together, they discuss Caps’ potential as the next great EU mid laner, whether sOAZ can bounce back from a weak split, and why in the world Fnatic thought Jesiz was a great idea. Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your analysts? Watch the podcast here: https://www.y...
Jan 02, 2017•26 min
