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Thomas Taylor (born October 15, 1987) grew up in Jupiter, Florida. Taylor has been a professional Halo gamer since June 2004 under the pseudonym Tsquared (initials are T.T.). He is the team captain of MLG 4v4 team Str8 Rippin. In June, 2006 Taylor signed a contract with Major League Gaming worth 250,000 dollars over three years. T2 started the Gaming Lessons website.[4]
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Gaming Career
Gaming Reputation
MLGpro.com on Taylor's ability:
| “ | The high-profile head of Str8 Rippin, Tsquared's outgoing personality has shaped the trajectory of the sport. Recently named Stuff Magazine's 'Most Influential Person Under 30' and appearing on the front page of the Wall Street Journal, Tsquared elevates the public perception of pro gamers through his cool demeanor and confidence. As a player, T2 has been a force in the league from the beginning, developing its fan base through his sincere community interaction.
Leading the first squad to overthrow the previously-untarnished Final Boss, T2 brings a new analytical angle to the game. Tsquared's mental approach has been adopted by his teammates, as Str8 Rippin's play style is marked by strategic formations and a slower tempo. Through excellent communication and adaptability, T2 has established his side as one of the top forces on the circuit. Tsquared possesses an extraordinary supply of raw talent, and is one of the league's true power-weapons specialists. His sniping is matched by few, and his intense focus has driven one of Major League Gaming's most successful careers. |
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Competitive Gaming History
First Competitive Gaming Memory
Quoting Taylor:
| “ | The classic car pool rides across the country. | ” |
MLG
2006
| Event | Championship 4v4 | Championship FFA | Teammates |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | -- | 2nd | Fonzi, Foulacy, Defy |
| Dallas | -- | 2nd | Defy, Fonzi, Foulacy |
| Anaheim | -- | 3rd | Defy, Fonzi, Foulacy |
| Chicago | -- | 7th | Defy, Fonzi, Foulacy |
| Orlando | -- | 3rd | Cpt Anarchy, Fonzi, Foulacy |
| New York Playoffs | -- | 3rd | Cpt Anarchy, Fonzi, Foulacy |
| Las Vegas National Championships | -- | 3rd | Cpt Anarchy, Fonzi, Foulacy |
| Event | Place | Team | Teammates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas National Championships | 1st | Team Tsquared | Tim Golden, Nick Enari, Lester Brooks |
Pro's Choice Awards
Best Power Weapon Controller[5]
2005
| Event | Championship 4v4 | Championship FFA | Teammates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington D.C. | 2nd | 9th-16th | Sergio, Tupac, Zyos |
| San Francisco | -- | -- | -- |
| Houston | 4th | 2nd | Defy, Gandhi, Vash |
| Orlando | 3rd | 2nd | Fonzi, Foulacy, Karma |
| St. Louis | 4th | -- | Killer N, Tupac, Vash |
| Philadelphia | 1st | -- | Fonzi, Foulacy, Zyos |
| Las Vegas | 1st | 5th | Fonzi, Foulacy, Zyos |
| Nashville | -- | -- | -- |
| Seattle | 3rd | -- | Detach, Foulacy, Mack |
| LA Western CC | 2nd | -- | Cpt Anarchy, Fonzi, Foulacy |
| Atlanta Eastern CC | 2nd | -- | Fonzi, Foulacy, Zyos |
| Chicago Central CC | 3rd | -- | Fonzi, Foulacy, Tupac |
| NY National Championships | 5th | -- | Defy, Toxin, Vash |
Awards
2004
| Event | Championship FFA | Championship 4v4 | Teammates |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | -- | -- | -- |
| Philadelphia | -- | -- | -- |
| Dallas | -- | 3rd (3v3) | Gintron, Killer N |
| Chicago | 5th | 4th | Legend, McGavin, Mighty |
| Atlanta | -- | 4th | Alex, Csquared, Scythe |
| Seattle | -- | -- | -- |
| San Francisco | 3rd | 1st | Scythe, Slim, Zyos |
| Los Angeles | -- | -- | -- |
| Boston | 1st | 4th | Hugo, McGavin, Slim |
| NY National Championships | -- | -- | -- |
Career Highlights
MVP of the MLG All-Star Classic 2006
Signed a $250,000 Contract with MLG
Won back-to-back MLG Majors
Won MLG Boston FFA
Overthrew Final Boss at MLG Philly while being filmed by MTV True Life
Placed Top 5 at 30 consecutive national tournaments
Started www.Gaming-Lessons.com in September 2005
Won MLG Orlando 2007 4v4 with his team Str8 Rippin
Preferences
Halo 2
Favorite MLG Gametype
Controls
Other Favorite Video Games
Halo: CE, Area 51, NBA Live, Madden, Mortal Kombat, Guitar Hero, Gears of War
Media Appearances
Television
MTV True Life: I'm a Professional Gamer - November 2005
MTV Overdrive
MTV: Making the game
CNBC Hour Long Gaming Special
Spike TV: Gamehead August 2006
Icons G4: Halo 3 Countdown
Electronic Gaming Monthly (EGM) - April 05
Electronic Gaming Monthly (EGM) - October 05
Official Xbox Magazine (OXM) - March 05
Cargo Magazine
Sun-Sentinel "Who's got game" - April 27, 2005
Stuff Magazine: Power List 20 Under 30 - August 2006
Wired Magazine - August 2006
Wall Street Journal - 7/26/2006 (Front Page)
Radio
X102.3 Jams Mark McKrazy Morning Show
Real Radio 104.1 - The Hideout - August 2006
ABC News Radio - August 2006
Other
GTTV - Win in MLG Las Vegas
Gameriot Celebrity appearance at Sunfest
Scion Pop-Up Event - Celebrity Appearance, Miami, FL
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References
- ^ CP Team Str8 Rippin game on Xbox Live
- ^ CP Tsquared's Gamertag
- ^ Tsquared's Halo 2 Emblem
- ^ Gameset Inverview
- ^ http://www.mlgpro.com/?q=node/96948&pagenumber=0&page=5&query=node/96948
- ^ Tsquared's Official Pro Page with free MLG Torunament Footage
Links
- Boost Mobile Major League Gaming Pro Circuit on USA Network - Episode 5
- Boost Mobile Major League Gaming Pro Circuit on USA Network - Episode 6, The Playoffs
- Boost Mobile Major League Gaming Pro Circuit on USA Network - Episode 7, The National Championship
