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Home > Pro Player - Walshy
Pro Player - Walshy
By moonside | Published: September 9, 2006 2:37am EST

  Pro Player - Walshy


    Name: David Walsh
    Gamertag: Walshy

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Birthday: 6/23/84
Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI
Pro Player of: Halo 2
Other Games: Halo: CE
Pro Since: March 2004
Favorite Gametype: Midship CTF
Controls: Default
Sensitivity: 5


One of the premier players of the league, Walshy draws in legions of fans with his charisma. Known for his friendly and approachable personality, Walshy serves as an ideal role-model to many within the community. In addition to setting the standard for excellence of character among professional gamers, he has set the bar for competitive gameplay. As the captain of the notorious Final Boss, Walshy is often the originator of the tricks and strategies that keep his squad ahead of the pack. Revered by many as the circuit's most brilliant tactician, his ideas and gameplans are quickly adopted throughout the league once demonstrated in tournament play. Walshy's level-headed leadership has been the foundation of his team's untouchable success, bringing his teammates together to stay focused during rough games.

Walshy's gameplay is incredibly thrilling, and is a fan-favorite source for entertainment. Thanks to his unique 'claw' grip of the controller, Walshy commands an awe-inspiring array of options in combat. Walshy's grip enables him to produce brutal beatdowns, and is generally considered to be the league's most effective ball carrier. With a mastery of the game's glitches and weapon tricks, Walshy pushes the envelope of competitive gameplay and constantly impresses with his performances.


Team: Final Boss

Career Highlights:
Having not taken first place in only two tournaments since April 2004

Media Appearances:
Electronic Gaming Monthly
BPM
WZZM news station
Lansing State Journal
Game Informer Monthly, MTV

Likes: Disc golf, tennis, running, and my clothing company

Dislikes: Sometimes I have to practice a bunch and lose track of my social life.

Origin of Handle: Last name

First Competitive Gaming Memory: Played my first national tournament in April 2003 and ended up taking 5th out of about 300 individuals.



Competitive Gaming History:



Halo 2 --- 2006
Event  Open 4v4   Championship 4v4   Open FFA   Championship FFA  Teammates
MLG New York -- 1st -- 14th OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG Dallas -- 1st -- 5th OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG Anaheim -- 1st -- 2nd OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG Chicago -- 1st -- 12th OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG Orlando -- 2nd -- 18th OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG NY Playoffs -- 2nd -- 6th OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG Vegas National Championships -- 2nd -- 3rd OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan


Halo 2 --- 2005
Event LCQ 4v4 Championship 4v4 LCQ FFA Championship FFA Teammates
MLG Washington D.C. n/a 1st n/a 9th-16th OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG San Francisco n/a 1st n/a 2nd OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG Houston n/a 1st n/a 1st OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG Orlando n/a 1st n/a 17th-24th OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG St. Louis n/a 1st n/a Top 32 OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG Philadelphia n/a 2nd n/a Top 256 OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG LA Western CC n/a 1st n/a 5th OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG Atlanta Eastern CC -- 1st -- 5th OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG Chicago Central CC -- 1st -- 4th OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan
MLG NY National Championships n/a 1st n/a 4th OGRE 1, OGRE 2, Saiyan


Halo 1 --- 2004
Event 4v4 FFA Teammates
MLG Philadelphia 5th 9th-16th --
MLG Dallas 5th (3v3) 3rd --
MLG Chicago 1st 3rd Gintron, KillerN, Zyos
MLG Atlanta 1st 5th Gintron, KillerN, Zyos
MLG Seattle 1st 3rd KillerN, OGRE 1, OGRE 2
MLG NY National Championships 1st 3rd KillerN, OGRE 1, OGRE 2



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