tge Becomes BESTIA Head Coach as Argentine Team Strengthens Coaching Staff for 2026 Season
BESTIA have officially appointed Gustavo "tge" Motta as the organization's new head coach, adding one of South America's most experienced tactical minds to their Counter-Strike 2 project. The Brazilian coach arrives only weeks after leaving RED Canids and takes over leadership duties while Afonso "shaRpy" Bastos returns to his previous position as assistant coach.
The move comes at an important point in BESTIA's season as the Argentine organization looks to convert strong regional performances into consistent international results.
Quick Summary
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Team | BESTIA |
| New head coach | Gustavo tge Motta |
| Previous role | Former RED Canids head coach |
| Coaching change | shaRpy returns to assistant coach |
| Status | Officially announced |
| Next objective | StarSeries Fall 2026 South America Closed Qualifier* |
BESTIA appoint tge as new head coach
BESTIA confirmed that tge will become the team's new head coach, while shaRpy moves back into an assistant coaching role after serving as head coach since March.
The appointment reunites one of Brazil's most respected tactical coaches with a South American roster aiming to challenge the region's leading organizations.
The change follows tge's departure from RED Canids earlier this month after the Brazilian organization restructured its Counter-Strike division.
Updated BESTIA roster
BESTIA retain their five-player lineup while strengthening the coaching staff with the arrival of tge.
| Role | Player |
|---|---|
| Rifler | tomaszin |
| AWPer | cass1n |
| IGL | buda |
| Rifler | nacho |
| Rifler | timo |
| Head Coach | tge |
| Assistant Coach | shaRpy |
Roster confirmed by BESTIA.
Background: Why BESTIA made the coaching change
Before joining BESTIA, tge coached several top South American organizations, including 9z and RED Canids, building a reputation as one of the region's most experienced tactical leaders.
BESTIA entered the second half of the season with encouraging but inconsistent results.
Recent highlights include:
Runner-up at Thunderpick World Championship 2026 South America Series 2.
Defeat against Sharks in the BLAST Open Porto South American qualifier semifinal.
Successful retention of star rifler tomaszin, who had previously been linked with a move to Legacy during the offseason.
Earlier this year, the organization underwent significant restructuring:
buda became the in-game leader.
timo returned from Isurus.
shaRpy was promoted to head coach.
Now, BESTIA has decided to add a more experienced coach while keeping shaRpy inside the staff as assistant.
Why tge is an important addition
Although tge has yet to win a major international trophy as a coach, he has built a strong reputation throughout South America.
Among his notable achievements:
Guided 9z to a semifinal appearance at IEM Dallas 2024.
Led RED Canids during appearances at both the StarLadder Budapest Major and IEM Rio 2026.
Has coached multiple top South American organizations including Paquetá, B4, 9z and RED Canids.
His experience working with multinational South American lineups is expected to be valuable for BESTIA's continued development.
Tactical impact
While BESTIA have not announced any strategic changes, several potential effects can reasonably be expected:
More experienced match preparation.
Expanded anti-stratting against regional opponents.
Additional structure around buda's in-game leadership.
Greater international experience entering qualifier events.
No role changes for the five-player lineup have been announced.
Why this matters
The coaching move comes during an important period for South American CS2 teams as regional qualifiers become increasingly competitive.
The coaching appointment is significant because South America's competitive landscape has become increasingly crowded.
BESTIA are competing with organizations including:
Legacy
Imperial
Sharks
Fluxo
RED Canids
Adding an experienced coach may improve the team's consistency during important regional qualifiers and international opportunities.
Whether the move translates into improved results remains to be seen.
Timeline
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | shaRpy promoted to BESTIA head coach |
| July 2026 | tge leaves RED Canids |
| July 23, 2026 | BESTIA announce tge as new head coach |
| Upcoming | StarSeries Fall 2026 South America Closed Qualifier* |
Key Details
| Topic | Information |
|---|---|
| Coach joining | Gustavo "tge" Motta |
| Organization | BESTIA |
| Previous team | RED Canids |
| Assistant coach | shaRpy |
| Lineup changes | None announced |
| Official status | Confirmed |
Impact Analysis
The move appears designed to strengthen BESTIA's coaching infrastructure rather than overhaul the roster.
Keeping shaRpy within the coaching staff preserves continuity while allowing tge to focus on broader tactical preparation and long-term development.
If the partnership proves successful, BESTIA could become a stronger contender in South America's increasingly competitive qualifier circuit.
What Changes Now
Immediately following the announcement:
tge becomes head coach.
shaRpy resumes assistant coach duties.
The active five-player roster remains unchanged.
BESTIA continue preparations for upcoming regional competition.
What to Watch Next
Several storylines will determine whether the appointment is successful:
BESTIA's first official matches under tge.
Tactical evolution compared with the team's recent performances.
Results in upcoming South American qualifiers.
Development of buda's leadership with an experienced coach behind him.
Whether BESTIA can translate regional success into deeper international runs.
FAQ
Who is tge?
Gustavo "tge" Motta is a Brazilian Counter-Strike coach who has previously worked with Paquetá, B4, 9z and RED Canids before joining BESTIA.
Why did BESTIA hire tge?
The organization has not publicly detailed its reasoning, but the appointment adds an experienced coach while allowing shaRpy to return to an assistant role.
Did BESTIA change its player roster?
No. Only the coaching staff changed, and the five-player lineup remains intact.
What was tge doing before joining BESTIA?
He most recently coached RED Canids before leaving the organization earlier in July 2026.
When will tge debut with BESTIA?
BESTIA's next scheduled event is the StarSeries Fall 2026 South America Closed Qualifier, according to HLTV's current calendar.
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