Pentanet.GG brings female pro DNS as a substitute for MSI

Pentanet.GG, representing the LCO at the 2021 Mid-Season Invitational, has secured Diana “DNS” Nguyen as their substitute player, marking her as the pioneering woman to compete at this prestigious event.

As the sole substitute for the team, DNS will accompany the Pentanet roster to Iceland for the tournament commencing May 6. Her participation represents a significant milestone as the initial female competitor at MSI since the inaugural 2015 North American event. While substitutes rarely see stage time, international tournaments often present unexpected opportunities for roster adjustments.

To kick off with our first announcement in our #OCELAND campaign, we would like to give a warm welcome to @dsnguyen_ who will be our Substitute Support at #MSI2021!#PGGSMASH | #NOCAP | #LCO | #OCELAND pic.twitter.com/O93jL9aEpk

— Pentanet.GG @ #MSI2021 | #OCELAND (@PentanetGG) April 28, 2021

Specializing in the support position, DNS brings fresh perspectives to the team. Her recent addition to Pentanet’s global contract database positions her as a valuable new asset. Though substitutes may not directly influence Summoner’s Rift gameplay, they provide crucial strategic support during preparation phases. DNS’s expertise will particularly benefit starting support player Daniel “Decoy” Ealam, who faces his debut at a major international competition.

With the tournament approaching rapidly, Pentanet has already departed for Iceland and will establish their training base shortly. During their Iceland stay, the squad will gain invaluable scrimmage experience against world-class opponents while honing skills on the European West server.

The team arrived safely at our first stop on our way to #MSI2021!

This is the very first time everyone has gathered in a single place together and it feels so wholesome ????

Glad to know @DecoyOce didn’t miss his flight because of One Piece ????#PGGSMASH | #NOCAP | #OCELAND pic.twitter.com/C7UPPRwZ5i

— Pentanet.GG @ #MSI2021 | #OCELAND (@PentanetGG) April 26, 2021

Professional teams often leverage substitute players for specialized match preparation and opponent analysis. DNS’s presence allows Pentanet to simulate diverse playstyles during practice sessions, providing tactical flexibility that could prove crucial against varied international competition.

Who is Pentanet.GG?

Representing the LCO, Pentanet enters the competition as significant underdogs while maintaining potential for surprising upsets. Despite their dominant 2021 LCO Spring final victory, the Oceanic representative typically faces stronger regional competitors. The LCO remains a developing league within a region where top talent frequently migrates to more established competitive scenes.

Assigned to Group A, Pentanet will compete against Royal Never Give Up and Unicorns of Love. The group initially featured four teams, but VCS representative GAM Esports cannot participate due to ongoing travel limitations. This reduction creates a more manageable competitive landscape, enhancing Pentanet’s chances of securing a top-two group finish.

Pentanet’s inaugural MSI match occurs on May 6 against LPL champions RNG, presenting both a formidable challenge and opportunity to demonstrate regional strength on the global stage.

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