The Danish Astralis organisation announced that Alexander "Alexsomfan" Nielsen, who previously coached Astralis Talent, has been appointed assistant coach of the first team under ruggah. This marks a significant step forward in the young professional’s career and offers fresh perspectives for the entire team.
For fans of Astralis and the wider esports scene, this appointment signals an exciting development, highlighting the organisation’s strategic focus on strengthening its main roster. Alexsomfan has achieved impressive results with the academy team, and his promotion to assistant coach could prove pivotal for the first team’s success.
Alexsomfan's move to the first team follows a successful tenure as head coach of Astralis Talent, a role he has held since July last year. During his time there, the academy team reached the POWER League playoffs three times and secured a second-place finish at the Gamebox Festival this past April. His achievements have earned him the trust of the organisation's leadership, leading to this new opportunity.
With Alexsomfan stepping up, the head coach position at Astralis Talent has become vacant. The organisation has brought in Rytter, a 36-year-old Dane who previously coached Apeks Rebels and worked with 00Nation Academy’s PROSPECTS project, to fill the role. Rytter will become Astralis Talent's 10th coach since the project launched in December 2020, showcasing the ongoing dynamism and importance of the coaching team in the academy's development.
These moves highlight Astralis' dedication to ongoing improvement and seeking the best solutions for their first team. The promotion of Alexsomfan and the arrival of Rytter open a new chapter in the organisation's history, and it will be intriguing to see how these changes impact the team's performance in the coming months.