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No Rival Network is a collection of podcasts dedicated to educating, promoting and advocating for the world of esports. Catch up on all the latest competitive esports news across the globe, hear from experts and personalities on contemporary esports topics, and join in destigmatizing gaming while instead promoting its positive effects. No Rival Esports Organization & Consulting #WeHaveNoRival Dedicated to making esports - everyone’s sport @NoRival_Esports on all major social media platforms

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June 15, 202438 min

LCS is Back but Cobalt is Not | LCS Summer 2024 Preview | Western Focus Ep. 28

Its a brand new split of the LCS (before some major changes coming to North and South America), but the Americas are not the only thing undergoing some changes. Cobalt has decided to leave the Western Focus podcast so it will just be your favorite host, Stevenmeister, providing you the run down on the LCS. LEC coverage will be around but sparse as plans continue to evolve. Regardless of that, TL is looking to defend its title from the likes of FLY and C9 who have made a change or two to their teams as well as a brand new challenger with a completely revamped roster, anxious for success. See where Stevenmeister ranks these teams and more on this brand new (albeit much delayed) episode of the Western Focus Podcast!!LCS Armchair analyst Steve gives his mostly well-informed opinions, with some overreactions and hot takes sprinkled in, focusing on NA competitive play. Serving as a means to inform both the viewer and each other on the ever changing landscapes of the worlds great "minor" region. A variety of topics will be discussed ranging from weekly rundowns, to off-season roster recaps, to opinions on content created by the organizations. Now you might be wondering, “Why should we care about what this random schmuck says about pro League of Legends? He's been hard stuck Plat since season 8”! Well to that I say, just like the LCS, I'm still looking to grow and improve and I hope you will join me on this journey. A podcast on the No Rival Esports Network, available on all major streaming services. SOCIALS: Twitter: @stevenmeister54 @NoRival_Esports Discord: https://discord.gg/WNpn2RM TikTok: NoRival_Esports Instagram: norival_esports

April 19, 202439 min

Two Peas in a Pod(cast) | LEC Week 6 & All Pro | Western Focus Ep.27

We’ve now reached the halfway mark for western League of Legends in 2024 as the LEC concludes its spring split. It’s a solo Cobalt episode this time around with Stevenmeister taking a temporary break to work on life stuff. Tune in to hear our resident LEC fan provide his coverage of the finals weekend and the updated LEC all pro list with a special shoutout to the list Steve composed. Slight spoiler, it turns out the two armchair analysts are more alike than expected. It’s your usual one-stop shop to stay informed about everything Western Focused!LCS Armchair analyst Steve and LEC armchair analyst Blue give their mostly well-informed opinions, with some overreactions and hot takes sprinkled in, on both leagues. Serving as a means to inform both the viewer and each other on the ever changing landscapes of both leagues. A variety of topics will be discussed ranging from weekly rundowns, to off-season roster recaps, to opinions on content created by the organizations. Now you might be wondering, “Why should we care about what these random schmucks say about pro League of Legends? They’ve been hard stuck Plat since season 8”! Well, to that I say, just like the LCS and LEC, we’re still looking to grow and improve, and we hope you will join us on our journey. A podcast on the No Rival Esports Network, available on all major streaming services. SOCIALS: Twitter: @stevenmeister54 @NoRival_Esports Discord: https://discord.gg/WNpn2RM TikTok: NoRival_Esports Instagram: norival_esports

April 13, 20241 hr 19 min

FLY, TL, G2 and Who? | LEC Week 5 | LCS News | Western Focus Ep. 26

The LCS is done and dusted with TL crowned as 2024 Spring Champs, who will be joining Flyquest at MSI. Now Its the LEC's turn to determine their final representative, as well as, of course, the LEC Spring Champion this weekend. Along with bidding farewell to the final 2 teams who just missed out on top 4, Stevenmeister and Cobalt give their predictions for the LEC's big weekend. Also, the duo partakes in some light roster discussion, as some leaks have been trickling in from both NA and EU that need to be discussed. As always, its a jam packed episode of the Western Focus Podcast, that you do not want to miss out on.LCS Armchair analyst Steve and LEC armchair analyst Blue give their mostly well-informed opinions, with some overreactions and hot takes sprinkled in, on both leagues. Serving as a means to inform both the viewer and each other on the ever changing landscapes of both leagues. A variety of topics will be discussed ranging from weekly rundowns, to off-season roster recaps, to opinions on content created by the organizations. Now you might be wondering, “Why should we care about what these random schmucks say about pro League of Legends? They’ve been hard stuck Plat since season 8”! Well, to that I say, just like the LCS and LEC, we’re still looking to grow and improve, and we hope you will join us on our journey. A podcast on the No Rival Esports Network, available on all major streaming services. SOCIALS: Twitter: @stevenmeister54 @NoRival_Esports Discord: https://discord.gg/WNpn2RM TikTok: NoRival_Esports Instagram: norival_esports

April 7, 20241 hr 19 min

A Solid Liquid Going 2 MSI | LEC Week 4 | LCS Week 9 | Western Focus Ep. 25

The LCS Spring Split is over and done with, as a new champion has been crowned and will be heading off to MSI alongside Flyquest. Stevenmeister and Cobalt share their thoughts on the finals as well as the Loser's Finals before hand between C9 and TL, but not before the LEC shines as well with their mega week producing 4 days worth of games. 2 teams LEC Finals hopes have been dashed and there are still 2 more to go before we know the official top 4 and who will be looking to join G2 at MSI to represent EMEA.LCS Armchair analyst Steve and LEC armchair analyst Blue give their mostly well-informed opinions, with some overreactions and hot takes sprinkled in, on both leagues. Serving as a means to inform both the viewer and each other on the ever changing landscapes of both leagues. A variety of topics will be discussed ranging from weekly rundowns, to off-season roster recaps, to opinions on content created by the organizations. Now you might be wondering, “Why should we care about what these random schmucks say about pro League of Legends? They’ve been hard stuck Plat since season 8”! Well, to that I say, just like the LCS and LEC, we’re still looking to grow and improve, and we hope you will join us on our journey. A podcast on the No Rival Esports Network, available on all major streaming services. SOCIALS: Twitter: @stevenmeister54 @NoRival_Esports Discord: https://discord.gg/WNpn2RM TikTok: NoRival_Esports Instagram: norival_esports

March 29, 20241 hr 18 min

All Aboard the Elimination Express | LEC Week 3 | LCS Week 8 | Western Focus Ep. 24

Its knockout season in both the LCS and LEC as 3 teams have fallen in their quests to advance in the playoffs. Stevenmeister and Cobalt analyze how those teams have wound up here, as well as theorize as to what roster changes we might see for the 2 LEC teams who have been eliminated. Also, LCS finals weekend is upon us, as well as the start of LEC Spring playoffs, so you know the guys are breaking down each series and predicting the results. With multiple interesting matchups across both regions sure to entertain us, you don't want to miss out on another huge episode of the Western Focus Podcast!LCS Armchair analyst Steve and LEC armchair analyst Blue give their mostly well-informed opinions, with some overreactions and hot takes sprinkled in, on both leagues. Serving as a means to inform both the viewer and each other on the ever changing landscapes of both leagues. A variety of topics will be discussed ranging from weekly rundowns, to off-season roster recaps, to opinions on content created by the organizations. Now you might be wondering, “Why should we care about what these random schmucks say about pro League of Legends? They’ve been hard stuck Plat since season 8”! Well, to that I say, just like the LCS and LEC, we’re still looking to grow and improve, and we hope you will join us on our journey. A podcast on the No Rival Esports Network, available on all major streaming services. SOCIALS: Twitter: @stevenmeister54 @NoRival_Esports Discord: https://discord.gg/WNpn2RM TikTok: NoRival_Esports Instagram: norival_esports

March 22, 20241 hr 14 min

Reunited at Last | LEC Week 2 | LCS Week 7 | Western Focus Ep.23

Finally, your favorite hosts Cobalt and Stevenmeister are back together to record the Western Focus podcast, and it couldn’t have come at a more perfect time. The LEC has just finished its 2nd week of the Spring Split and the LCS playoffs have also gotten started with 2 teams already being eliminated after 4 days of games. The duo get you up to speed on both regions, as well as predict the upcoming 2 series in the LCS playoffs and who will be eliminated from LEC playoffs contention next week.LCS Armchair analyst Steve and LEC armchair analyst Blue give their mostly well-informed opinions, with some overreactions and hot takes sprinkled in, on both leagues. Serving as a means to inform both the viewer and each other on the ever changing landscapes of both leagues. A variety of topics will be discussed ranging from weekly rundowns, to off-season roster recaps, to opinions on content created by the organizations. Now you might be wondering, “Why should we care about what these random schmucks say about pro League of Legends? They’ve been hard stuck Plat since season 8”! Well, to that I say, just like the LCS and LEC, we’re still looking to grow and improve, and we hope you will join us on our journey. A podcast on the No Rival Esports Network, available on all major streaming services. SOCIALS: Twitter: @stevenmeister54 @NoRival_Esports Discord: https://discord.gg/WNpn2RM TikTok: NoRival_Esports Instagram: norival_esports

March 14, 20241 hr 4 min

IT'S NA'S TIME TO SHINE | LEC Week 1 | LCS Week 6 | Western Focus Ep. 22

The LCS is finally kicking into high gear as playoffs start on Thursday with 100 Thieves taking on Cloud9. Stevenmeister will tell you how each team got to where they are and predict the 4 upcoming series this week. Cobalt will then take over and discuss the early action for the LEC Spring Split, in another jam packed episode of the Western Focus podcast!LCS Armchair analyst Steve and LEC armchair analyst Blue give their mostly well-informed opinions, with some overreactions and hot takes sprinkled in, on both leagues. Serving as a means to inform both the viewer and each other on the ever changing landscapes of both leagues. A variety of topics will be discussed ranging from weekly rundowns, to off-season roster recaps, to opinions on content created by the organizations. Now you might be wondering, “Why should we care about what these random schmucks say about pro League of Legends? They’ve been hard stuck Plat since season 8”! Well, to that I say, just like the LCS and LEC, we’re still looking to grow and improve, and we hope you will join us on our journey. A podcast on the No Rival Esports Network, available on all major streaming services. SOCIALS: Twitter: @stevenmeister54 @NoRival_Esports Discord: https://discord.gg/WNpn2RM TikTok: NoRival_Esports Instagram: norival_esports

March 1, 202453 min

FLY Solo | LEC Playoffs | LCS Predictions | Western Focus Ep.21

As the LEC Winter Split comes to and end, so does Cobalt's time on the Western Focus Podcast......... just kidding hes just a busy man and can't make this one so its a FULL STEVENMEISTER TAKEOVER!!!! Listen as he recaps and gives his thoughts on the final round of LEC playoffs and predicts how the LCS standings will look after the final 2 weeks of regular season play, with some HUGE surprises that you won't want to miss.LCS Armchair analyst Steve and LEC armchair analyst Blue give their mostly well-informed opinions, with some overreactions and hot takes sprinkled in, on both leagues. Serving as a means to inform both the viewer and each other on the ever changing landscapes of both leagues. A variety of topics will be discussed ranging from weekly rundowns, to off-season roster recaps, to opinions on content created by the organizations. Now you might be wondering, “Why should we care about what these random schmucks say about pro League of Legends? They’ve been hard stuck Plat since season 8”! Well, to that I say, just like the LCS and LEC, we’re still looking to grow and improve, and we hope you will join us on our journey. A podcast on the No Rival Esports Network, available on all major streaming services. SOCIALS: Twitter: @stevenmeister54 @NoRival_Esports Discord: https://discord.gg/WNpn2RM TikTok: NoRival_Esports Instagram: norival_esports

February 16, 20241 hr 6 min

The Winter's Final Countdown | LEC Week 5 | LCS Week 4 | Western Focus Ep.20

The LEC is just about to reach the climax of the Winter Split with the LCS is right behind the- wait... they're going on a 2 week break??? Huh?? Ok well, anyways join Stevenmeister and Cobalt as they bid adieu to the next group of teams from the LEC playoffs, give their predictions on the remaining series, and discuss the surprisingly wild ride that the LCS has become before their hiatus begins.LCS Armchair analyst Steve and LEC armchair analyst Blue give their mostly well-informed opinions, with some overreactions and hot takes sprinkled in, on both leagues. Serving as a means to inform both the viewer and each other on the ever changing landscapes of both leagues. A variety of topics will be discussed ranging from weekly rundowns, to off-season roster recaps, to opinions on content created by the organizations. Now you might be wondering, “Why should we care about what these random schmucks say about pro League of Legends? They’ve been hard stuck Plat since season 8”! Well, to that I say, just like the LCS and LEC, we’re still looking to grow and improve, and we hope you will join us on our journey. A podcast on the No Rival Esports Network, available on all major streaming services. SOCIALS: Twitter: @stevenmeister54 @NoRival_Esports Discord: https://discord.gg/WNpn2RM TikTok: NoRival_Esports Instagram: norival_esports

February 10, 20241 hr 16 min

IT DOESN'T GET MORE SUPER THAN THIS! | LEC Week 3 & 4 | LCS Week 2 & 3 | Western Focus Ep. 19

Between LEC Winter Playoffs starting and the LCS having their super week, you will be hard pressed to find a busier weekend in western League of Legends than this one. Spanning 4 days with as much as 6 games in a day, there is tons to discuss on this episode of Western Focus. Cobalt says farewell to Rogue and Karmine Corp before recapping a fairly dominant first round of LEC playoffs and then Stevenmeister goes in on the Cloud9 collapse and the strong performance of Immortals as LCS approaches their couple week break. You definitely won't want to miss out on one of the biggest in season episodes of the Western Focus Podcast!LCS Armchair analyst Steve and LEC armchair analyst Blue give their mostly well-informed opinions, with some overreactions and hot takes sprinkled in, on both leagues. Serving as a means to inform both the viewer and each other on the ever changing landscapes of both leagues. A variety of topics will be discussed ranging from weekly rundowns, to off-season roster recaps, to opinions on content created by the organizations. Now you might be wondering, “Why should we care about what these random schmucks say about pro League of Legends? They’ve been hard stuck Plat since season 8”! Well, to that I say, just like the LCS and LEC, we’re still looking to grow and improve, and we hope you will join us on our journey. A podcast on the No Rival Esports Network, available on all major streaming services. SOCIALS: Twitter: @stevenmeister54 @NoRival_Esports Discord: https://discord.gg/WNpn2RM TikTok: NoRival_Esports Instagram: norival_esports

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