• Log InLog In
  • Register
Liquid`
Team Liquid Liquipedia
EDT 04:32
CET 09:32
KST 17:32
  • Home
  • Forum
  • Calendar
  • Streams
  • Liquipedia
  • Features
  • Store
  • EPT
  • TL+
  • StarCraft 2
  • Brood War
  • Smash
  • Heroes
  • Counter-Strike
  • Overwatch
  • Liquibet
  • Fantasy StarCraft
  • TLPD
  • StarCraft 2
  • Brood War
  • Blogs
Forum Sidebar
Events/Features
News
Featured News
[ASL21] Ro24 Preview Pt1: New Chaos0Team Liquid Map Contest #22 - Presented by Monster Energy7ByuL: The Forgotten Master of ZvT30Behind the Blue - Team Liquid History Book19Clem wins HomeStory Cup 289
Community News
Weekly Cups (March 16-22): herO doubles, Cure surprises2Blizzard Classic Cup @ BlizzCon 2026 - $100k prize pool42Weekly Cups (March 9-15): herO, Clem, ByuN win42026 KungFu Cup Announcement6BGE Stara Zagora 2026 cancelled12
StarCraft 2
General
Weekly Cups (March 16-22): herO doubles, Cure surprises Weekly Cups (August 25-31): Clem's Last Straw? How to Choose the Right KYC Partner for Your Proje Team Liquid Map Contest #22 - Presented by Monster Energy What mix of new & old maps do you want in the next ladder pool? (SC2)
Tourneys
World University TeamLeague (500$+) | Signups Open RSL Season 4 announced for March-April Sparkling Tuna Cup - Weekly Open Tournament WardiTV Team League Season 10 KSL Week 87
Strategy
Custom Maps
Publishing has been re-enabled! [Feb 24th 2026]
External Content
The PondCast: SC2 News & Results Mutation # 518 Radiation Zone Mutation # 517 Distant Threat Mutation # 516 Specter of Death
Brood War
General
ASL21 General Discussion Soulkey's decision to leave C9 BGH Auto Balance -> http://bghmmr.eu/ JaeDong's form before ASL [ASL21] Ro24 Preview Pt1: New Chaos
Tourneys
[ASL21] Ro24 Group B [ASL21] Ro24 Group A ASL Season 21 LIVESTREAM with English Commentary [Megathread] Daily Proleagues
Strategy
Fighting Spirit mining rates Simple Questions, Simple Answers Soma's 9 hatch build from ASL Game 2
Other Games
General Games
Stormgate/Frost Giant Megathread General RTS Discussion Thread Nintendo Switch Thread Path of Exile Dawn of War IV
Dota 2
Official 'what is Dota anymore' discussion The Story of Wings Gaming
League of Legends
G2 just beat GenG in First stand
Heroes of the Storm
Simple Questions, Simple Answers Heroes of the Storm 2.0
Hearthstone
Deck construction bug Heroes of StarCraft mini-set
TL Mafia
TL Mafia Community Thread Five o'clock TL Mafia Mafia Game Mode Feedback/Ideas Vanilla Mini Mafia
Community
General
US Politics Mega-thread European Politico-economics QA Mega-thread Things Aren’t Peaceful in Palestine YouTube Thread Canadian Politics Mega-thread
Fan Clubs
The IdrA Fan Club
Media & Entertainment
[Req][Books] Good Fantasy/SciFi books Movie Discussion! [Manga] One Piece
Sports
2024 - 2026 Football Thread Cricket [SPORT] Formula 1 Discussion Tokyo Olympics 2021 Thread General nutrition recommendations
World Cup 2022
Tech Support
Laptop capable of using Photoshop Lightroom?
TL Community
The Automated Ban List
Blogs
Funny Nicknames
LUCKY_NOOB
Money Laundering In Video Ga…
TrAiDoS
Iranian anarchists: organize…
XenOsky
FS++
Kraekkling
Shocked by a laser…
Spydermine0240
Unintentional protectionism…
Uldridge
ASL S21 English Commentary…
namkraft
Customize Sidebar...

Website Feedback

Closed Threads



Active: 2731 users

TeamLiquid StarLeague

Forum Index > News
Post a Reply
1 2 3 4 5 20 21 22 Next All
Hot_Bid
Profile Blog Joined October 2003
Braavos36390 Posts
Last Edited: 2008-04-17 14:25:38
March 30 2008 16:00 GMT
#1
[image loading]





+ Show Spoiler [YouTube] +


am·bi·tion /æmˈbɪʃən/
–noun
1. an earnest desire for some type of achievement or distinction, as power, honor, fame, or wealth, and the willingness to strive for its attainment.

de·ter·mi·na·tion /dɪˌtɜrməˈneɪʃən/
–noun
2. the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose


What is ambition? For TeamLiquid.net, our ambition is to be the best at what we do. Our determination takes us there. For years TL has been covering the Korean scene. We have brought the games, the news, and even the pros into your world. Now, with the dawn of a new era ahead of us, it is time for TL to take the next step; not just covering the StarLeagues, but running our own. With that in mind, TL.net proudly presents the TeamLiquid StarLeague.

Built on the determination of dozens of staff, the TL.net StarLeague is unlike anything that has come before.

The Process

  • Anyone can play. No invites.

This is not about invitations to free money. This is about YOUR ambition to be the best. Nobody gets a free ride in the TSL. The first stage is a grueling qualification on iCCup.

[image loading]


Anyone outside Korea is welcome to play. For three weeks gamers will claw their way into the top 48. Those that make the top 16 can take a break while #17-48 duel it out in the first of two elimination rounds.

  • This is a hard road to travel.

[image loading]


In the first round, Ladder Ranks #17-48 pair up and fight a pivotal bo3. Win and advance, lose and go home. It's that simple.

In the second round, Ladder Seeds #1-16 and the Round 1 Qualifiers play in Dual League style groups, with bo3 matches, and two of the four will advance to the big dance.

  • Time to be a SuperStar.

[image loading]


The lights go on and it's showtime. The TSL will be broadcast live through our streaming server. Games will be commentated by our TL commentating team. Interviews will be given, hype banners will be created, and articles will be written. In the end, a champion will be born. With a prize pool of over $10,000 the TSL is the largest and most prestigious tournament for foreigners outside of WCG.

Every staff member here on TL.net will be dedicated to bringing you a genuine StarLeague experience in every way possible. The TSL will be a spectacle in true OSL-fashion: a professional league run by the community and for the community, fueled by pure passion and love for StarCraft.

Registration

[image loading]


Registration is a simple process. Go to iCCup, create a new account, and join the team "TeamLiquid StarLeague". Only new accounts are acceptable. After that, start playing!

Registration commences... NOW!

For those that are rushing off to play at this very second, keep these rules in mind:


TSL Ladder Rules
You can feel free to play whoever you want (not just other TSL players). You can also reset as many times as you wish. Complaints will be handled through the normal iCCup complaint system.

  • You must use ICCUP's Anti-Hack Launcher for every game.
  • Smurf accounts
    You must create an account with your known ID in it. Do not take this request lightly. If we find out you have been smurfing in any way, you will be disqualified. If you are worried about which ID you should use or whether this rule applies to you, ask Manifesto via private message.

    Since all accounts must be new, we recommend gamers use a TSL- tag with their name. Ex. TSL-Nony, TSL-FakeSteve. If you find someone else using your known name, PM Manifesto.

    If you feel that not smurfing gives you an unfair disadvantage, you must appeal to Mani. We will then give you a predetermined smurf name. Failure to do this will lead to disqualification.

    If you want to change names, you must inform us.

    No exceptions.

  • You MUST create a new account. No old accounts.

  • No transferring of stats.

  • No hacking or abusing. Again, all ladder games must be played with ICCUP's anti-hack launcher.
    The question on everyone's mind is "will previous hackers or abusers be allowed to play?" There will be no outright ban on previous hackers or abusers.

    However, we reserve the right to ask everyone that qualifies for the Top 48 to comply with safety checks, for example installing an external anti-hack program of our choice and/or recording an FPVOD. If you do not fully comply with ALL of these requests, you will be disqualified and we'll just take player #49. It is that simple.

  • No multiple or shared accounts.

  • No Korean IP addresses.

  • No letting others play on your account.

  • Do not play in non-TSL tournaments with your TSL account. The points gained will be deducted and you may even be penalized if you continue to play in them. Penalties for violating rules include disqualification, ban from all future TSLs/TL.net events, ban from TL.net, and death.

  • This is regarding playing tournaments on ICCUP from your TSL account and gaining points for placement finishes.

    This is prohibited. Do not play tournaments with your TSL account. The points gained will be deducted and you may even be penalized if you continue to play in them.



Once you register, you MUST join the TSL team here:
http://www.iccup.com/iccteamjoin/3428/


YOU MUST SEND A TEAM JOIN REQUEST IMMEDIATELY UPON REGISTERING.

You are allowed to play anyone and use any map on ICCUP, but if you want to play other TSL players, the default channel is "TSL Ladder" and if that becomes full, "TSL Ladder2" etc.



TeamLiquid would not be able to run this project without the help of the fine people at iCCup. We would like to thank them for allowing us to use their ladder. Please post your appreciation for their staff.

[image loading]


This is the largest project TL has ever initiated. The logistical scope is unprecedented. In the coming days, details on rules, broadcasting, prizes, and more will be released. We will be creating a separate forum for the TSL to answer all of your questions. For now, you can check out the pre-TSL interviews we conducted with various community members.

We hope you enjoy and take advantage of this opportunity. Good luck qualifying!

−TeamLiquid.net
@Hot_Bid on Twitter - ESPORTS life since 2010 - http://i.imgur.com/U2psw.png
Nitrogen
Profile Blog Joined February 2008
United States5345 Posts
March 30 2008 16:00 GMT
#2
I JUST CAME
UNFUCK YOURSELF
NotSupporting
Profile Joined February 2008
Sweden1998 Posts
March 30 2008 16:01 GMT
#3
I knew it!
snowbird
Profile Blog Joined October 2005
Germany2044 Posts
March 30 2008 16:01 GMT
#4
good game!
@riotsnowbird
BroOd
Profile Blog Joined April 2003
Austin10833 Posts
March 30 2008 16:01 GMT
#5
Hurray!
ModeratorSIRL and JLIG.
Jetamania
Profile Joined August 2006
Korea (South)78 Posts
Last Edited: 2008-03-30 16:04:33
March 30 2008 16:02 GMT
#6
TL Starleague! Too bad I can't play since I live in Korea T_T
감자돌이 - I like potatoes
Meliv
Profile Blog Joined March 2008
United Kingdom19 Posts
March 30 2008 16:02 GMT
#7
Oh shit
rpf
Profile Blog Joined January 2007
United States2705 Posts
March 30 2008 16:02 GMT
#8
OFUCK NICE
"A fear of weapons is a sign of retarded sexual and emotional maturity." - Sigmund Freud
._.
Profile Blog Joined November 2007
1133 Posts
March 30 2008 16:02 GMT
#9
SWEET MOTHER OF GOD I WAS RIGHT!1
:D
Elric
Profile Blog Joined January 2008
United Kingdom1327 Posts
March 30 2008 16:02 GMT
#10
AKSDBKASJDB KAJSBD $10,000 prize money!
dyodyo
Profile Blog Joined December 2005
Philippines578 Posts
March 30 2008 16:02 GMT
#11
$10,000 prize pool? did i hear that right o_O
woooooooooooooooooooooooooow!

Nice TL!
TeamLiquid CJ Entusman #26
kAra
Profile Joined September 2004
Germany1404 Posts
March 30 2008 16:02 GMT
#12
nice
mada mada dane
bioboyAT
Profile Joined July 2004
Austria1765 Posts
March 30 2008 16:02 GMT
#13
awesome!
Milchmann | DeadVessel: Milchmann pwns. I fail.
parkin
Profile Blog Joined July 2007
1085 Posts
March 30 2008 16:03 GMT
#14
:DDDD OMFG!
mostly harmless
BuGzlToOnl
Profile Blog Joined November 2006
United States5918 Posts
March 30 2008 16:03 GMT
#15
OMG OMG OMG This is why I love you guys, you never fail to deliver on anything. And this is the step that has put this fan site above and beyond anyone elses. This was so unexpected, but its why tl.net is number one. The wonderful things on site never fail to amaze me, but this has completely blown my mind. A round of applaus for the awesomeness that is team liquid.
If you want to make God laugh, tell Him your plans.
Caller
Profile Blog Joined September 2007
Poland8075 Posts
March 30 2008 16:03 GMT
#16
woooooooooooooooooooooo
Watch me fail at Paradox: http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=397564
Evilmonkey.
Profile Blog Joined April 2006
United States1628 Posts
March 30 2008 16:03 GMT
#17
10,000 $ O_O where did we get that kind of funding? This is amazing.
WWBD- What would Boxer do?
wurm
Profile Joined October 2007
Philippines2296 Posts
March 30 2008 16:03 GMT
#18
OMFG. TL.NET HAS DELIVERED.
I know where my towel is.
Reflex
Profile Joined March 2007
Canada703 Posts
March 30 2008 16:04 GMT
#19
Ten thousand dollar prize. Holy. Mother. Of. God.
Deleted User 31060
Profile Blog Joined September 2007
3788 Posts
March 30 2008 16:04 GMT
#20
Crap. I need a new monitor. And Keyboard. And computer.
Peaked at C- on ICCUP and proud of it! @Sunyveil
1 2 3 4 5 20 21 22 Next All
Please log in or register to reply.
Live Events Refresh
Next event in 1h 28m
[ Submit Event ]
Live Streams
Refresh
StarCraft 2
Nina 195
ProTech119
StarCraft: Brood War
firebathero 2234
Bisu 620
HiyA 267
Killer 115
ToSsGirL 87
Sharp 37
Nal_rA 23
NotJumperer 20
Noble 19
Bale 16
[ Show more ]
Terrorterran 8
EffOrt 4
Dota 2
canceldota53
febbydoto26
League of Legends
JimRising 473
Counter-Strike
Stewie2K1215
m0e_tv577
Other Games
ceh9505
Happy261
singsing116
Sick71
Trikslyr16
Organizations
Other Games
gamesdonequick900
BasetradeTV112
Dota 2
PGL Dota 2 - Main Stream108
StarCraft 2
Blizzard YouTube
StarCraft: Brood War
BSLTrovo
sctven
[ Show 14 non-featured ]
StarCraft 2
• Berry_CruncH180
• LUISG 19
• AfreecaTV YouTube
• intothetv
• Kozan
• IndyKCrew
• LaughNgamezSOOP
• Migwel
• sooper7s
StarCraft: Brood War
• iopq 1
• BSLYoutube
• STPLYoutube
• ZZZeroYoutube
League of Legends
• HappyZerGling119
Upcoming Events
Sparkling Tuna Cup
1h 28m
Afreeca Starleague
1h 28m
Soulkey vs Ample
JyJ vs sSak
Replay Cast
1d
Afreeca Starleague
1d 1h
hero vs YSC
Larva vs Shine
Kung Fu Cup
1d 2h
Replay Cast
1d 15h
KCM Race Survival
2 days
The PondCast
2 days
WardiTV Team League
2 days
Replay Cast
2 days
[ Show More ]
WardiTV Team League
3 days
RSL Revival
4 days
Cure vs Zoun
herO vs Rogue
WardiTV Team League
4 days
Platinum Heroes Events
4 days
BSL
4 days
RSL Revival
5 days
ByuN vs Maru
MaxPax vs TriGGeR
WardiTV Team League
5 days
BSL
5 days
Replay Cast
6 days
Afreeca Starleague
6 days
Light vs Calm
Royal vs Mind
Wardi Open
6 days
Monday Night Weeklies
6 days
Liquipedia Results

Completed

Proleague 2026-03-23
WardiTV Winter 2026
Underdog Cup #3

Ongoing

KCM Race Survival 2026 Season 1
BSL Season 22
CSL Elite League 2026
CSL Season 20: Qualifier 1
ASL Season 21
Acropolis #4 - TS6
RSL Revival: Season 4
Nations Cup 2026
NationLESS Cup
BLAST Open Spring 2026
ESL Pro League S23 Finals
ESL Pro League S23 Stage 1&2
PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026
IEM Kraków 2026
BLAST Bounty Winter 2026
BLAST Bounty Winter Qual

Upcoming

2026 Changsha Offline CUP
CSL Season 20: Qualifier 2
CSL 2026 SPRING (S20)
Acropolis #4
IPSL Spring 2026
BSL 22 Non-Korean Championship
CSLAN 4
Kung Fu Cup 2026 Grand Finals
HSC XXIX
uThermal 2v2 2026 Main Event
IEM Cologne Major 2026
Stake Ranked Episode 2
CS Asia Championships 2026
IEM Atlanta 2026
Asian Champions League 2026
PGL Astana 2026
BLAST Rivals Spring 2026
CCT Season 3 Global Finals
IEM Rio 2026
PGL Bucharest 2026
Stake Ranked Episode 1
TLPD

1. ByuN
2. TY
3. Dark
4. Solar
5. Stats
6. Nerchio
7. sOs
8. soO
9. INnoVation
10. Elazer
1. Rain
2. Flash
3. EffOrt
4. Last
5. Bisu
6. Soulkey
7. Mini
8. Sharp
Sidebar Settings...

Advertising | Privacy Policy | Terms Of Use | Contact Us

Original banner artwork: Jim Warren
The contents of this webpage are copyright © 2026 TLnet. All Rights Reserved.