You’re looking at the finalized lineup for the VALORANT Community Awards, an event created by former pro player and streamer Tyson “TenZ” Ngo. The live broadcast takes place on February 4 and brings together standout names from across the competitive scene.
You’ll see finalists selected through rankings submitted by players and coaches, rather than fan voting or popularity metrics. The ceremony will reveal the winners live, highlighting performance and impact as judged by peers within the VALORANT ecosystem.
VALORANT Community Awards 2025
VCT Initiator of the Year
You see this award recognize players who set up fights and gather key information. It highlights consistent utility usage and timing across the VCT season.
Sentinel of the Year
You focus on defensive impact and site control in this category. Nominees earned recognition through anchoring strength and clutch holds.
VCT Controller of the Year
You evaluate how well players shaped rounds with smokes and zone control. Decision-making and mid-round adjustments define this role.
Duelist of the Year
You measure raw entry impact and pressure creation. This category values first-contact success and round-closing ability.
Coach of the Year
You look at preparation, adaptation, and roster development. This award reflects long-term team progress rather than single events.
Rookie of the Year
You highlight new VCT players who delivered immediate results. Consistency matters more than brief breakout moments.
IGL of the Year
You recognize leaders who guided mid-round calls and pacing. Strong communication and composure separate finalists.
Americas Region MVP
You follow standout performances from North and South America. Finalists include Ethan, mada, and aspas.
China Region MVP
You assess regional dominance and international readiness. This award reflects impact within China’s VCT circuit.
EMEA Region MVP
You compare top performers across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Adaptability across metas plays a key role.
Pacific Region MVP
You track consistency across Southeast Asia and Oceania. International results influence this selection.
Overall VCT MVP
You weigh season-long excellence across all regions. Finalists are kaajak, f0rsakeN, and aspas.
Game Changers Initiator of the Year
You focus on setup play and information control within GC competition. Precision utility defines success here.
GC Sentinel of the Year
You evaluate defensive specialists like Noia, safiaa, and amy.
Game Changers Controller of the Year
You consider map control from joojina, meL, and Vania.
GC Duelist of the Year
You compare offensive impact from srN, Alkyia, and dodonut.
Game Changers Coach of the Year
You recognize strategic leadership and player development within GC teams.
GC Rookie of the Year
You spotlight emerging GC talent with immediate competitive impact.
GC IGL of the Year
You track leadership from daiki, sayuri, and meL.
Game Changers MVP
You review overall influence across the GC season, including playoffs and finals.
Red Bull Clutch of the Year
You relive a single decisive moment that changed a match. The ceremony airs February 4 on TenZ’s Twitch and YouTube channels.
