NA LCS Match Recaps for Day One of Week Nine
By Zac Cameron ·
The last week of the regular season has begun for the North American League of Legends Championship Series Summer Split, with everything on the line.
As we kick off the final week in the regular season for the NA LCS Summer Split, some teams are looking to secure a spot in playoffs while others are trying to thin out the competition. Here’s a brief breakdown of the games from the first day of Week Nine in the Summer Split.
Echo Fox vs Team Liquid
Kicking the day off with a bang, the defending NA LCS champions Team Liquid once again showcased their incredible skill at the game, taking down Echo Fox despite their stiff opposition. Echo Fox put up a valiant effort and even seemed to run the early to mid-game with their objective control, however they couldn’t pull it together in the end as Team Liquid dominated the team fights and claimed the match.
100 Thieves vs Cloud9
What a turn around for Cloud9, after their extremely rough start to the season they seem to finally resemble the dominant team that once ruled the NA LCS. 100 Thieves certainly didn’t make it easy for Cloud9 however, with their own skill proving difficult to overcome, but in the end Cloud9 managed to claim victory, climbing another step towards the glory they seek.
OpTic Gaming vs TSM
As we cross the half-way point for the day, TSM finally managed to show off the skills their fans have been looking for, with a dominant victory over OpTic Gaming. Were it not for a single tower claimed by OpTic in the mid-game, TSM could have easily put another perfect game on their record as they too strive for the glory they once took for granted. If TSM can continue this kind of performance, they just might be able to challenge for the top spot once again.
Golden Guardians vs Flyquest
Flyquest has had their share of heights and lows over the course of the season, and they still continue to put their best foot forward at every opportunity. Claiming victory today over the Golden Guardians, Flyquest is ready to play spoiler to anyone and everyone, given the opportunity, as they look to prove they have what it takes to remain a threat in the NA LCS.
CLG vs Clutch Gaming
Closing out the day saw CLG take firm control over this match, dominating Clutch Gaming wherever possible. Though CG did put up a strong fight in the battle for objectives, when it came to team fights and skirmishes, CLG proved to have their number completely, claiming victory as they look to the end of the season.
With the NA LCS wrapped up for the day, some teams are still in with a chance, while others will need to prepare for a long off-season. For more on when the teams will take the field of battle again, check out the official schedule page, here, and for more League of Legends action, check out the six teams from the EU LCS that are locked into playoffs, here.