Starcraft 2 news » WCS - Netherlands and Belgium Nationals Winner Interviews

After the Netherlands and Belgium National was over, we took the opportunity to interview the winners of the event.

Olivier "Orly" Bellemans

What province/state/city/town are you from?

I am from Antwerp city, province Antwerp.

How did you get into StarCraft II?

Ever since playing the The Lost Vikings games and Warcraft I've been a big fan of everything Blizzard. I got into the e-sports side of things by coincidence when our World of Warcraft team got picked up after doing well on ladder. Since I enjoyed following the Korean Brood War scene I transitioned into competitive StarCraft II later on.

How do you plan to train for the Finals?

By analyzing my most likely opponents and preparing accordingly.

What did you think of the Nationals?

It's was great, I liked the sense of progression even at the national level. I met some good Belgian players that I wouldn't have known much about otherwise. As I've heard, it was a cool event to watch as well.

Anything you'd like to say to people in your home country cheering you on?

Thanks for the cheers. Even though I've been playing a bit less lately, it's important for me that I do well for our country and I will not take the European regionals lightly.

Manuel "Grubby" Schenkhuizen

What province/state/city/town are you from?

I'm from the city of Nieuwegein, in the province of Utrecht which is in the center of the Netherlands.

How did you get into StarCraft II?

I've devoured every Blizzard game except WoW since WarCraft II. The storyline, feel, gameplay and replayability of each game has been far above satisfactory. I got into StarCraft II after playing WarCraft III as a progamer for 8 years.

How do you plan to train for the Finals?

Mostly ladder and some custom games. I sometimes plan special intensity training bootcamps for important events, and hope to be able to do one of these for the European Finals.

What did you think of the Nationals?

The Nationals were well organised and very fun. The ESLTV studio is a good place to hold it. I was glad that there was an audience. I play better in front of audiences.

Anything you'd like to say to people in your home country cheering you on?

I will do my best to keep our gaming honour high. Thank you.

Check the event recap to see how the Netherlands and Belgium National played out.