After securing a 2-1 victory against Nongshim RedForce in the 2026 LCK regular season Round 3 match on the 5th, breaking a seven-game losing streak, Coach Kim Sang-soo and Namgung Seong-hun from Hanwha Life Esports Brion shared their reflections on the win.
Expressing his joy over ending the losing streak, Coach Kim Sang-soo remarked, “I am truly happy with the win, and I appreciate the players’ hard work.” Namgung Seong-hun added, “Breaking the losing streak feels great.”
Looking back on the match, Coach Kim emphasized, “We focused on our strengths and weaknesses, which were clearly exposed. It’s crucial for us to refine these areas and prepare better for the next game.”
When discussing the team’s current situation compared to previous rounds, Coach Kim analyzed, “We are experiencing ups and downs. It’s vital for us to finalize our champion tier lists and define the team’s direction for the rest of the season.” Highlighting the improvements sought during the losing streak, he added, “We engaged in continuous discussions to align our playstyle with the current meta, concentrating on enhancing our team’s execution.”
They also shared insights on preparing for the opponent’s champion ‘Roke’ and the bottom lane matchup. Coach Kim mentioned, “We anticipated Nongshim’s effective use of Roke, so we prepared specific strategies.” Namgung explained, “Our plan was to pick Milio after Lucian, but when the opponent picked it, we countered with Yuumi. Knowing their bottom lane’s strength, we focused on stable play and error avoidance.”
In conclusion, discussing the strategy for survival in the competitive Rise Group, Coach Kim affirmed, “We will intensify our focus and develop a winning plan tailored to the current meta and team compositions.”
Coach Kim expressed gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support, while Namgung promised, “I am grateful to our fans, and I will use this victory as a foundation for delivering an even better performance in the next match.”
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