Derrick 'Deryeon' Yee will remain in Global Esports' active roster for VCT Pacific Stage 1 as patrickWHO’s visa issues persist. The team confirmed the news in a social media post. Deryeon initially stepped in as a backup for the VCT Pacific Kickoff when it became clear that patrickWHO couldn’t secure his visa in time. 

With the Regular Season approaching, the problems remain unresolved, forcing Global Esports to keep Deryeon in the lineup. This isn’t the first time Global Esports has faced visa problems. In 2023, delays kept SkRossi and Lightningfast out for the first three weeks of VCT Pacific. 

Head coach Donnie 'Elevated' Chell said the team has to stay flexible. 'We built a roster and had to change it due to visa issues. We’ll keep moving forward with Deryeon, who has a great attitude and work ethic�? 

Deryeon played for Bleed Esports before, helping them win the 2023 VCT Ascension Pacific and earn a VCT Pacific League spot. However, Bleed had to leave early because of Riot Games' rules. 

After that, he joined DSG and did well in smaller tournaments. Now at Global Esports, he plays as a Sentinel while UdoTan switches to Duelist. VCT Pacific Stage 1 runs from March to May 2025. 

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