Inven Global Awards: The best color casters of 2021 (nominees)

The color casters that made the biggest impression on the League of Legends esports scene throughout the 2021 season were a mixed bag of new and old in terms of experience.

Kobe on LCS popularity in 2022: "I think we are probably going to see a bounce back from last year."

Inven Global had the chance to talk with Kobe, and discuss his thoughts on NA, his perspective on casting, and why he loves Super Smash Bros. Melee.

Riot Kobe: "Everyone I've met [in esports] is so genuine and so passionate. People have made so many sacrifices just to follow this dream"

Sam "Kobe" Hartman-Kenzler walks through various stories from his past that helped lead him to his current passion, casting esports. Listen to Kobe's story, how he navigated hardship and worked through the early days of casting. Hear him talk about the pain during the death of his idol this Spring, but his resilience. And hear how his connection to the community drives him.