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HotshotGG
Georgallidis in 2015
Personal information
NameGeorge Georgallidis
Born (1990-06-23) June 23, 1990 (age 34)[1]
NationalityCanadian, Born and raised in Greece(Γέννημα θρέμα Ελλάδας)
Career information
GamesLeague of Legends
Playing career2010–2013
Team history
2010–2013Counter Logic Gaming

George Georgallidis (born June 23, 1990), is better known by his in-game name HotshotGG. He is the founder, owner of, and a former player for Counter Logic Gaming, a professional esports organization.[2][3]

Biography

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George Georgallidis founded Counter Logic Gaming in April 2010. Georgallidis has since led the organization's teams to success across multiple esports titles, including League of Legends, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, Halo, and Super Smash Bros.. Following the 2013 NA LCS Spring Split, George stepped down as a player to take a managerial role in the team.[4] He was replaced with Nientonsoh on May 26, 2013.[5]

Tournament results

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Counter Logic Gaming

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References

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  1. ^ Esguerra, Tyler (March 14, 2020). "HotshotGG: "I'd probably have to say League of Legends solo queue is the worst experience I've ever had"". Dot Esports. Retrieved May 7, 2021.
  2. ^ "Hotshot in depth: MSI success, the CLG golden age, and how to improve the LCS". The Daily Dot. Retrieved April 9, 2017.
  3. ^ Gaudiosi, John. "Pro Gamer George 'HotshotGG' Georgallidis Explains Why Koreans Will Dominate In League Of Legends". Forbes. Retrieved April 9, 2017.
  4. ^ DiChristopher, Tom (February 3, 2014). "Pro gamers get big, burn out, retire young". CNBC. Retrieved April 9, 2017.
  5. ^ "Counter Logic Gaming owner discusses departure from starting lineup". Retrieved April 9, 2017.