The KeSPA-hosted 2018 LCK Tryout took place in Gangnam on the 28th. A total of 200 players requested for the tryout, which is the biggest number KeSPA had seen yet. After having evaluated each player's tier, experience, and role, 50 players were chosen for the tryout.



Before the tryout began, HLE's head coach, Hyun-Jong Kang, held a presentation in which he explained the procedure. During the presentation, coach Kang informed the players that "a professional player needs both mechanics and the ability to fluently communicate with his teammates." He further stated that "all of you here can potentially become the new Faker. During the tryout, please don't berate your teammates because of their tier or LP. We aren't necessarily looking for a game where you win but a game that's worth doing feedback on."



In the tryout, head coaches of different LCK teams attended in look for new talents. "Although I'm looking for players of all positions, our priority is in finding new junglers and toplaners -- I'm looking to find players that'll stay strong in the long run," said SKT T1's head coach, kkOma. In addition to kkOma, KSV's head coach, Edgar, stated, "Our priority is in midlane. This year's tryout is the biggest one as of yet, so we're excited to discover a great player."



Afreeca Freecs, the LCK team that net success by employing a 10-man roster during the Spring, also sent out their coach in look for new talent. AF's coach Comet said, "Everyone back at the team wants to find a player that is readily available to play. We're currently looking for a jungler with great teamwork."

▲ The coaches from different LCK teams eyeing the potential new players