Demolition:
Franchise Manager – Deejay
Season 13 teams – AL, CL, ML
Origins
The Demolition joined the league in season four to bring the league to 16 teams. The first captain of the Demo was Djano. Four more team leaders would come through the franchise before Deejay took over in season 8. Deejay has since become the rock in the Franchise after leading the team for five seasons and going into their sixth this season. He has helped form the Demo’s identity, as well as build up strong teams that have begun to achieve success.
Championship History
For the first five seasons of the Demo’s existence they languished on the outside of the postseason. After Deejay took over in season eight and the league expanded, the team slowly began to find success. A Foundation League Conference title in season 11 and four division titles has given the Demolition something to build on. They remain one of the 10 teams still searching for their first championship in season 13. Whoever joins the Demolition this season may have an opportunity to make Demo history and help them take their first title.
Team Atmosphere
Franchise Manager Deejay was clear and thoughtful about the type of players and atmosphere that makes up the Demolition franchise. “From day 1, I have always strived to create an atmosphere that is all about turning an individual to the best version of themselves, not just in Rocket league but as an actual person. The Demolition has always been about focusing on growing, maturing, and cultivating individuals to unlock the person they are, both in personality, identity, and play style.”
Deejay also had a clear vision for who they Demo are looking for this upcoming season. “Since season 8, I have always emphasized players who are active, positive, excited to learn and be part of a community, as well as open-minded and generally non toxic individuals. Being good at Rocket league is important, however, the potential bonds you can create with fellow teammates is just as important if not more important than an individual’s skill.”
Demolition Discord: https://discord.gg/yTN7Tnd
Comets:
Franchise Manager – Thunderbug
Season 13 teams – AL, CL, ML
Origins
The Comets were part of the four team expansion in season four along with the Demolition. They, like their rivals, had a few team leaders come and go before they found regular leadership in recent seasons. Rolo took over the team in season seven and led the Comets for three seasons. Thunderbug took up the post of Manager in season 10, continuing the teams traditions and culture.
Championship History
Also like their Demolition rivals, the Comets have been slow to make their mark on the league. After only two Division titles in their first six seasons, the Comets began to gain traction in season 10 with an AL and CL Division title. The Championship League added two more titles in seasons 11 and 12, while the Foundation League found their first Division title in season 12. While the team is one of six to still be looking for their first Conference title, they seem to be a franchise on the upswing. You’d be a fool to keep them out of consideration for taking home a Championship this season.
Team Atmosphere
Thunderbug has shown over his time that his passion for the game and his passion for the Comets runs deep within him. And this is what he wants to reflect in his team. We asked him what his franchises atmosphere is like and he said simply: “We’re a Family and we support one another on and off the pitch.”
When we asked what type of player The Comets are searching for this season, Thunderbug told us, “We’ve always prioritized personality over mechanical ability. So, we’re looking for players with great personalities with the drive to improve.”
Comets Discord: https://discord.gg/guZDVuf
Spectre:
Franchise Manager – Kunics
Season 13 team – AL, CL, ML
Origins
The Spectre were part of the final league expansion of eight teams that took the league to its full 32 franchise league. After a quick shuffling of GMs Mapplesurrup, MonsterJamers, and Legend over the first two seasons, The Spectre found the franchise leader in Kunics. This will be Kunics 4th season as Manager in the Spectre’s short history. Though the Spectre are a young franchise, they have found their own culture quickly in the Mystic division and among the larger MLE franchise landscape as a team that wants to win without taking itself too seriously.
Championship History
While some season eight entrants to the league like the Tyrants and Outlaws made a big splash, The Spectre are among those few teams who still have not reached their peak in terms of results. In their five season history, they have managed to claim five Division titles, but have yet to take the Conference title or see a Finals match. With the expansion to 3s comes new opportunities for success and the Spectre’s Master League team are returning this season as Division champions of 2s last season.
Team Atmosphere
The Spectre is clearly a team that prioritizes a fun atmosphere. This comes out when you talk to Franchise Manager Kunics. “Our Franchise is built on having fun with each other in and out of games.” He said, “We want to enjoy playing and spending time with each other no matter the results of the matches. Well, and scoring great own goals.”
We asked Kunics what he was looking for in a player this season and this is what he had to say: “I don’t know if there is one specific thing we are looking for, well besides own goaling. We just want to find people that we enjoy spending time with that will make the season more enjoyable no matter if we win or lose.”
Spectre Discord: https://discord.gg/cUtBn5pguK
Wizards:
Franchise Manager – Jamesy
Season 13 teams – AL, CL, ML, PL
Origins
The Wizards joined the league in season five as part of the eight team expansion to bring the league to 24 teams. Interestingly, the team joined the league as the Tigers in season five. After one season, however, the franchise would rebrand itself to become the Wizards. The Wizards are the only team outside of the original six to go through this change. In their eight seasons in the league, the Wizards have seen quite a few different team leaders. A few notable names have come through the Wizards managerial staff through the seasons. Pineapple was Champion League captain for three seasons. Iso stepped down during season 11 after being GM through seasons 9 and 10. And finally, Jamesy took over in season 12, and is currently in their second season as Franchise Manager.
Championship History
The Wizards came out of the gate early in their franchise history. In just their second season the won the Academy League Championship. They then turned around and won a consecutive Championship. Since then, the franchise has put five Division titles and one Conference Championship in their record books. Only nine teams have more than one Championship to their name. But the Wizards will certainly be searching for another to add to their collection in this new 3s era.
Team Atmosphere
Franchise Manager Jamesy summed up what it’s like to be a Wizard and what their goals are for future Wizard players. “The atmosphere of my franchise is definitely laid back. I am keen on having players that have fun and want to stay a Wizard for many seasons.”
When we asked what the Wizards are looking for in season 13, they said, “I am looking for players who are positive through wins and losses. I want them to work as a team to improve throughout the season.”
Wizards Discord: https://discord.gg/TCCYGPM
