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RSG Ignite head coach Ivan “Navi” Gacho passed away last Monday.
The former professional player, who is just 24 years old, died due to Fatal Arrhythmia, his brother confirmed in a Facebook post.
RSG Slate PH released a statement about Navi’s passing and thanked the up-and-coming tactician for his contributions to the team’s MDL team.
“You have brought a light that shone brightly in our lives and hearts. We will be forever grateful for all the time spent together and thank you for the wonderful memories you left with us,” RSG Slate Philippines said in a statement.
“Sending our condolences to the family and loved ones of Coach Navi. The world has lost a truly special soul. Rest easy, our friend,” they added.
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Navi started his playing career in Season Four in SGD Omega and played until Season Five. He went on to pursue a career in the BPO industry before giving ML:BB another shot early this year.
He led RSG Ignite to a 5th-6th place finish in the inaugural MDL Philippines season.
A night before Navi’s passing, former Nexplay EVOS bootcamp manager Charles Dave “Chad” Dela Pena also died. He was 27.
The MPL Philippines honored both Navi and Chad for their contributions to the scene.
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