A New Era for NAVI Junior

Natus Vincere has officially locked in its brand-new NAVI Junior Counter-Strike 2 roster, marking the start of an exciting new chapter for the Ukrainian organisation’s academy program. The updated lineup brings together some of the most promising young talents from across Europe, guided by an experienced leader who’s already proven his ability to nurture rising stars.

We’re proud to present the next generation of our rising stars! Say hello to the new NAVI CS2 Junior roster. #navination pic.twitter.com/uzL4OE4UWQ

— NAVI Junior (@NAVIJunior) November 10, 2025

The roster includes top graduates from the NAVI VISA Academy project, Nazar “Kodak” Buchma and Danil “yoki” Istomin, both of whom have shown exceptional skill and growth within the system. They’ll be joined by three more players aged just 16 to 17, each eager to make their mark on the international CS2 scene.

Meet the New Generation

The new-look NAVI Junior roster is an impressive mix of nationalities and playstyles, showcasing the organisation’s commitment to developing global talent.

NAVI Junior CS2 roster:

• 🇺🇦 Nazar “Kodak” Buchma (17)
• 🇺🇦 Danil “yoki” Istomin (16)
• 🇫🇮 Rene Robin “-R3ZLOO” Raphael Vallenius (16)
• 🇷🇴 Mihai-Andrei “satsu” Dobrin (17)
• 🇨🇿 David “FAZERY” Procházka (17)
• 🇵🇱 Michał “snatchie” Rudzki — Coach

David “FAZERY” Procházka joins the squad after his time with Dark Tigers, while newcomers Rene Robin “-R3ZLOO” Vallenius and Mihai-Andrei “satsu” Dobrin bring a mix of Finnish precision and Romanian flair to the team.

snatchie Steps Up to Lead

At the helm of this young lineup is Michał “snatchie” Rudzki, who’s been promoted from NAVI Youth to take charge of NAVI Junior. His successful track record with the youth squad earned him the role, and he’s already begun preparing the team for their upcoming professional tournaments.

“I’m happy to share that I’ve been promoted to NAVI Junior,” said snatchie. “We’ve finally completed our roster, and I’m really proud of the team we’ve built. There’s a lot of hard work ahead of us, but I truly believe that with dedication and commitment we can achieve great results. My goal is to help every player grow to a level where they’ll be ready to represent the main NAVI roster in the future.”

He added that the young roster has tremendous potential and that he’s grateful for the trust placed in him as the team begins this new chapter.

Building the Future of NAVI

NAVI Junior has long been a proving ground for some of the organisation’s biggest names, and this fresh lineup continues that legacy. With five young players full of ambition and a seasoned coach at the helm, NAVI looks set to cultivate the next generation of stars ready to one day don the iconic yellow and black in the main roster.

Fans can follow the team’s journey on the NAVI Junior CS2 YouTube channel, where player profiles and exclusive content will be released in the coming weeks.

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