Overwatch League team the Washington Justice hires the league’s first female coach. The Washington D.C based team says that its staff reflects the “diverse character” of the Capital Region.

The Overwatch League hired its first female player, Shanghai Dragons’ Geguri, in February.

Washington Justice is Washington’s New Overwatch League Team

Overwatch League team the Washington Justice announces its players, coaching staff and its management team. Among its coaching staff includes Kyoung Ey Molly “AVALLA” Kim, the team’s assistant coach. AVALLA becomes the first female coach on all of the Overwatch League, with a press release highlighting how she has “built a reputation for her deeply analytic coaching style in Overwatch Contenders.”

Kate Mitchell has also been confirmed as the assistant general manager of Washington Esports Ventures. She is described as “a tireless leader in Overwatch grassroots esports, building and leading organizations to competitive success.”

The team isn’t oblivious to the importance of Mitchell and AVALLA’s hirings, saying that the two are “trailblazing role models for women in the esports community.” The release also notes that “the Washington Justice coaching staff reflects the Capital Region’s diverse character, strong work ethic, and commitment to excellence.”

Blizzard itself has said that it plans to make more opportunities for women and minorities in the Overwatch League. While Washington Justice’s hiring of AVALLA and Mitchell isn’t part of a concerted effort to hire more women, it’s positive to see a team realize that a woman can be the best person for the job.

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