![]() ![]() He went on to win the NHL's first Gaming World Championship in 2018 in Las Vegas, earning $50,000 along with the title of world champion. I realized that this might be something I could do." "I ended up finishing second which was a huge surprise for me," Tammenpaa said. He casually played video games with his friends as a teenager - unaware of his exceptional abilities and capability to compete professionally - until he tried his first tournament just for fun at age 17. The Finnish native said his background as a goalie growing up helped him mentally while developing his competitive edge. "So nowadays I just try to play as much as possible against anybody to prepare." "I avoided it in the past actually, but I've had tournaments where I've noticed that maybe I haven't practiced against the best players enough," Tammenpaa said. He believes it's helpful for his own game to face other top players in Europe before actual tournament play. Preparation looks different for every gamer, but Tammenpaa benefits from playing his rival in scrimmages. Tweet from Erik ���EKI��� Tammenpaa, representing the captures his fifth European Title after a thrilling overtime victory in EA SPORTS NHL 23 European Championship. Now with the World Finals coming up, I've started to grind again and will continue to do that until the Finals." I played a little bit, but nothing too crazy. After the European Finals, I took two weeks off. "Playing for big money when the games are very short, you have to be prepared mentally. "For me, it's always been 50% mental and 50% gameplay," Tammenpaa explained. I could have played a lot better in general, but of course the result was what I wanted."Ĭoming off his fifth European Championship, Tammenpaa is utilizing seven weeks to regroup and prepare for the World Finals. "I ended up winning in overtime and it felt amazing. "Game Three was our rock fight," Tammenpaa said. In the deciding matchup, Tammenpaa scored the game-winner in thrilling fashion with a goal in overtime. Karvonen took Game One of the European Final, while Tammenpaa retaliated with a Game Two victory. "But the matchup was so even across the board." "I know my experience was probably my biggest X factor in the European Final," Tammenpaa said. To earn his fifth European title on May 6, Tammenpaa defeated long-time rival in the tournament, Teemu "Temppanen" Karvonen, who represents the Anaheim Ducks. We're thrilled to have him there representing us on the largest stage possible." "He continues to excel, growing his game year by year, and now he's able to represent the Islanders in the World Finals. "Erik has competed for us for two years now, winning in Game Three overtime in back to back European Championships," said Islanders Esports Strategy Lead, Jordan Zelniker. Cya in Nashville for the World Finals □ /60cODPg8cP In confirmed Jordan release dates, the Jordan 4 Fire Red launches on November 28th.Tweet from #NHL23WC European Champion □□□□□□□Jobs not finished. In the meantime, enjoy a detailed look at a pair from 2006 here below. The Jordan 4 “Lightning” is rumored to return sometime in August 2021 for a retail price of $190 USD. While not easily visible when the shoes are being worn, the “Tour Yellow” branding on the tread deliver a cherished touch to the grail-status-worthy pair. Profile flaps, labels on the tongue, Jumpman logos on the heel, and most of the outsole further interrupt the tonal suede makeup in shades of grey. Mesh detailing and hardware throughout the “Lightning” reminiscent upper indulge in stark dark contrast, with the latter component opting for a glossy finish. Recent on-foot endorsements from Travis Scott have brought new interest to the pair, but the sneaker’s bright and grey-accented arrangement has garnered attention on its own throughout the last 14 years. Unlike its “Thunder” counterpart, which re-released in 2012, the “Tour Yellow” Jordan 4 has never been reissued. The beloved “Lightning” colorway from 2006 is reportedly retroing next August. ![]() And while its “Fire Red” iteration is on schedule to join an Off-White collaboration and return to “Black Cat” form for the year, Tinker Hatfield’s design is gradually building out a rumored roster for 2021. Although the Air Jordan 4 celebrated its milestone 30th Anniversary last year, the silhouette has dressed up in several notable colorways throughout 2020. ![]()
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