Why is the Valorant Team Secret popular?

The gaming scene continues to attract multiple new eyes daily, thanks to multiple factors. Whether it’s because some players are playing exceptionally well or because a team’s personality is excellent, countless fans worldwide tune in to tournaments to root for their favorite teams.

A team that recently rose through the ranks to become well-known is Team Secret. Known particularly for its Valorant ^[1] team, Team Secret may have been founded in 2014 as a Dota 2 team, but it’s because of their coach, Ji Dong-jun, that the team has managed to climb through the ranks.

Here’s an in-depth rundown of Valorant’s Team Secret, including its origin and overall professional record.

How did Team Secret enter the Valorant scene?

Team Secret, a European esports organization, was founded in 2014 as a Dota 2 team. Over the years, the organization diversified into numerous esports titles such as CS:GO, Rainbow Six Siege, and PUBG Mobile. Their entrance to the Valorant scene was an important event for them because it marked their presence in the tactical shooter esports section. Team Secret’s expansion into Valorant reflected the growing popularity of tactical shooters in competitive gaming.

Team Secret officially entered Valorant esports in September 2021 by signing the former Bren Esports team roster, a Filipino squad that showcased high potential in Southeast Asian Valorant tournaments. The signing came after Bren Esports couldn’t participate in Valorant Masters: Berlin, a major international tournament, due to visa problems. Instead of disbanding, the squad signed under Team Secret, which allowed them to continue competing at high levels.

It’s importnat to keep in mind that while Team Secret has been around for over ten years, it only recently got its rise to fame 

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Who are the players in Team Secret’s Valorant roster?

Team Secret has seen multiple roster changes throughout its lifespan, including its players and coaches. Their lineup, as of April 2025, consists of:

• Jessie “JessieVash” Cuyo - joined in September 2021
• Jeremy “Jremy” Cabrera - joined in January 2022
• Adrian “invy” Reyes - joined in December 2022
• James “2GE” Goopio - joined in May 2024
• Brheyanne “Wild0reoo” Reyes - joined in May 2024

Meow, whose real name is Ji Dong-jun, is coaching the team. He’s an experienced strategist who used to help teams in CS:GO before moving to Valorant and becoming the head coach for Team Spirit in January 2025. Previous teams he has coached include BOOM Esports and TUBEPLE Gaming.

Former Team Secret players include:

• Riley “witz” Go
• Kevin “dispenser” Te
• Jayvee “DubsteP” Paguirigan
• Lionel Lim “ lenne” You Xiang
• Noel De “NDG” Guia
• Jim Albert “BORKUM” Timbreza

What are Team Secret’s notable achievements in Valorant?

Team Secret has built a respectable portfolio in competitive tournaments since joining Valorant. Some of their achievements include:

• Securing 1st place in the APAC Predator League 2024 tournament, winning a $65,000 prize.
• Finishing 5th-6th place in VCT 2024: Pacific Stage 2, earning $10,000.
• Appearing in Valorant Champions 2021, their first major international presence, reaching a peak viewership of 685,820 viewers.
• Finishing in the top four in the VCT Pacific Playoffs 2023 to prove their competitive potential in the Asia-Pacific region.

One of their notable performances came during Valorant Champions 2021, where they defeated tournament favorites Crazy Raccoon in the group stage. Their aggressive playstyle and synergy gained attention, proving Southeast Asian teams could compete at higher levels.

Team Secret has continued to perform against tough opponents across Asia. Their capability to adapt and refine strategies regardless of the meta ensures their relevance in Valorant esports.

What is Team Secret’s impact on the Valorant esports scene?

Team Secret has become an important Valorant team in the Asia-Pacific region. Their presence in high-tier tournaments and ability to compete with top-tier teams have assisted in the growth of Valorant esports in Southeast Asia. 

Unlike most international teams with mixed nationalities, Secret keeps an all-Filipino lineup to strengthen the region’s national esports culture. Their presence has helped inspire growth in the Philippine Valorant scene, with many players looking up to them.

Team Secret emphasizes long-term development. Players like JessieVash, in their 30s, break the stereotype that only young people can be esports players, proving that veterans with experience can still thrive.

References

1. [1] "official Valorant homepage". playvalorant.com. Retrieved April 22, 2025