TaZ: “I’m ready for my next challenge as a coach”
TaZ: “I’m ready for my next challenge as a coach”
Polish Counter-Strike veteran TaZ has publicly declared his openness to new coaching opportunities — five months after ending his stint with G2 Esports. His announcement underscores both a readiness for the next chapter and a reflection on the first stage of his coaching career.
From legendary player to coach
TaZ’s history runs deep in CS: a Major champion in 2014 with Virtus.pro and part of the Polish “Golden Five” lineup that dominated the scene.In December 2023 he transitioned fully into a coaching role when G2 announced him as head coach.
In his March 2025 interview, he said: “I believe that, if we give ourselves time, we will get the results we want.” reflecting the early phase of his coaching journey at G2.
The conclusion of his G2 chapter
In June 2025 G2 formally announced TaZ’s departure. He and the organisation parted ways after roughly 18 months together. His farewell note emphasised growth and a hint at uncertainty:
“What’s next for me? The past 18 months have helped me grow both as a coach and as a person. I’d love to stay in this world, but who knows what story life will write next?”
During his time at G2, TaZ oversaw multiple event triumphs including IEM Dallas 2024, BLAST Premier Fall Final 2024 and BLAST Premier World Final 2024. Yet, despite the trophies, the team’s trajectory experienced turbulence and at times failed to translate potential into Major-level consistency.
“I’m ready” — what the next challenge means
Now, in his latest interview, TaZ frames his future in coaching with intention and clarity:
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He says he is open to offers and actively seeking a new coaching assignment.
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He acknowledges the first phase at G2 offered learning: building leadership, handling roster changes (e.g., the exodus of NiKo) and competing in a shifting CS 2 landscape.
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He emphasises readiness: the desire to steer a roster, influence performance, and apply the lessons of his career both as player and coach.
In one of his posts TaZ added: “Season end means new adventures. I’m ready for my next challenge as a CS2 coach. I don’t have an agent, and can't control the outside narrative…”
Coaching pedigree and the next chapter
TaZ’s coach profile at HLTV summarises his G2 tenure, map win rates and team performance. Given his player legacy, the transition to coach was closely watched. Some earlier commentary moments hint at perceptions of his coach role:
“You guys overestimate coaches anyway, TaZ is not worse than most of the tier 1-2 coaches … he has negligible impact on team’s performance, just like any other coach.” (Apr 18 2025)
These public opinions reflect the reality: coaching in Tier One CS isn’t just about drawing strats — it’s about managing players, pressure, and adaptation.
Context in CS2 coaching climate
The broader CS2 environment is evolving, and organisations continue to refresh leadership. For example, HEROIC hired Tobias “TOBIZ” Theo as head coach in June 2025, signalling competitive churn in coaching appointments.
In that context, TaZ’s declaration that he is “ready” is timely: many veteran players and coaches alike are redefining their roles in CS2’s second major era.
What’s next for TaZ
The coming months will likely determine how TaZ maps this next challenge. Key considerations:
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Which organisation will hire him and what structure they’ll provide.
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Whether he will take head coaching duties or a specialist role (e.g., strategist or rifling - coach hybrid).
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How he leverages his playing legacy alongside coaching execution.
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How he adapts to CS2 meta shifts, young talent dynamics and event pressure.
Despite stepping away from G2, his mindset appears forward-looking: stable leadership, readiness, and the ambition to impact again.
Final take
Wiktor “TaZ” Wojtas’s announcement isn’t just a signal of availability — it’s a statement of intent. After a decorated player career and a coaching chapter at G2, TaZ has reset himself for the next ride. He doesn’t claim to have all the answers yet — but he is clearly positioned, experienced, and motivated. In the high-stakes world of CS2 coaching, that matters.
Clubs in search of a seasoned coach with major-winner DNA and rookie coaching evolution will be watching. And TaZ? He’s watching back.
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