The Wayne State College Valorant team, the Wildcats, concluded an impressive season by securing second place in the Division 9 National Championship. Despite a strong start in the best-of-5 finals, the Wildcats fell short, losing 2-3 to the University of South Carolina Gamecocks on April 28, 2025.
In the finals, Wayne State College initially took a 2-1 lead, showcasing their strategic prowess and teamwork. However, USC battled back, winning the final two matches to claim the national title. The team stats from the series highlight a closely contested battle:
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Kills: Wayne State College recorded 98 kills, shy of USC 105.
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Deaths: The Wildcats had 105 deaths compared to USC 99.
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Assists: WSC had a clear advantage in the assists category having 48 to the Gamecock's 22.
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Bomb Plants: Wayne State College planted the bomb 13 times, slightly edging out South Carolina's 9.
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Bomb Defuses: The Wildcats defused the bomb 2 times, while USC managed 6 defuses.
The Wildcats' journey to the championship match was marked by dominant performances. In the quarterfinals, they swept #2 seed Pace University, securing a clean 2-0 victory. They continued their momentum in the semifinals, avenging a previous conference final loss to #3 Buena Vista University with another 2-0 sweep.
Wayne State College Valorant finished the year with a strong 15-7 overall record and an impressive 10-2 record in conference play. Despite falling short in the finals, the Wildcats' season was a testament to their skill and potential in the collegiate Valorant scene.
