Former NIP Impact coach to head Falcons academy

Esports club Falcons has officially announced the formation of a youth Counter-Strike 2 squad, which will be led by former coach of NIP's female CS2 roster Niels-Christian "NaToSaphiX" Sillassen.

The 28-year-old Danish esports athlete coached NIP Impact from March last year to June 2025. He previously competed for HEROIC, Nordavind, Sprout and other teams. Over the course of his career as a pro CS player, Sillassen has earned $57,000 in prize money.

At the same time, he got his first coaching experience in the NIP women's roster – under the guidance of NaToSaphiX, NIP Impact reached the finals of three tournaments, as well as placed 5th-6th at ESL Impact League Season 6 and 3rd-4th at ESL Impact League Season 7.

Anyone can apply for participation in the Falcons Academy via the link. During the selection process, the club will test candidates in tournament conditions and later conduct a final assessment of the players.

Origin: x.com