TSM

Team SoloMid (TSM) is one of the most iconic and influential esports organizations in North America, founded in September 2009 by brothers Andy "Reginald" Dinh and Dan "Dan Dinh" Dinh. Originally created as a League of Legends team to support their community website SoloMid.Net, TSM has grown into a multi-game powerhouse that has dominated multiple competitive gaming scenes.

The organization's League of Legends team quickly established itself as a North American powerhouse, becoming the only team to qualify for the first seven World Championships and making ten NA LCS Finals appearances. Under Reginald's leadership, TSM pioneered the professional gaming house concept and set new standards for team organization and preparation in North American esports.

TSM's legacy spans multiple games beyond League of Legends. The organization has fielded competitive teams in VALORANT, Apex Legends, Fortnite, Super Smash Bros., and various other titles. Their Apex Legends team has been particularly successful, winning the ALGS Championship in 2023 and establishing themselves as one of the premier teams in that scene.

Throughout its history, TSM has been known for both its competitive success and its ability to develop talent. The organization has been home to numerous legendary players including Bjergsen, Doublelift, and WildTurtle in League of Legends, as well as ImperialHal in Apex Legends. TSM's influence extends beyond just competitive play - they've been instrumental in popularizing streaming culture and building sustainable careers for professional gamers.

The organization underwent a significant rebranding in June 2021, becoming TSM FTX in non-Riot Games esports due to a major sponsorship deal. However, this partnership was suspended in November 2022 following the collapse of FTX. Despite these challenges, TSM has maintained its position as one of the most recognizable and successful esports organizations in the world, continuing to compete at the highest levels across multiple games and maintaining a massive global fanbase.

TSM's impact on the esports industry cannot be overstated. They've been at the forefront of professionalization efforts, helping to establish player salaries, benefits, and working conditions that have become industry standards. Their success has inspired countless other organizations and helped legitimize esports as a viable career path for competitive gamers worldwide.