{"id":121561,"date":"2024-12-26T15:51:18","date_gmt":"2024-12-26T15:51:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skin.club\/community?p=121561"},"modified":"2025-12-29T14:11:52","modified_gmt":"2025-12-29T14:11:52","slug":"hltv-awards-2024-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/en\/news\/hltv-awards-2024-guide","title":{"rendered":"HLTV Awards 2025: Everything You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The HLTV Awards have become one of the most anticipated events in the CS:GO and CS2 competitive scene, bringing together fans, players, and experts to celebrate the most outstanding achievements of the year. But what exactly goes into these prestigious awards? How are the winners decided, and what does it take to be crowned a winner in each category? In this article, we\u2019ll tell you everything you need to know about the HLTV Awards 2024, including the voting system, the categories, the key nominees, and some information about how the awards process works. From the community\u2019s influence to expert opinions, the HLTV Awards are a blend of different perspectives that give us a comprehensive look at the year that was in CS2.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>The Structure of the HLTV Awards 2024<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The HLTV Awards take an intricate method to selecting and recognizing the best in competitive CS2. There are three distinct groups involved in the voting process: <\/span><b><i>Internal Awards<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b><i>Community Awards<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b><i>Panel Awards<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Internal Awards: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the name suggests, these awards are decided by HLTV\u2019s internal team. The HLTV staff selects the winners for a number of categories based on their analysis and the overall performance of players and teams throughout the year.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Community Awards: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Community Awards give fans from all over the world the chance to have a say in who gets recognized. Each year, the Counter-Strike community is heavily involved in the voting process, helping to decide several categories. Fans can vote for their favorite players, teams, and moments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Panel Awards: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Panel Awards are possibly the most intriguing aspect of the HLTV Awards because they entail voting by a specially selected panel of specialists. In 2024, HLTV has prepared an impressive panel of 35 professionals, including on-air talent, analysts, journalists, and representatives from the world\u2019s top teams.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What sets the Panel Awards apart is that the panel focuses on assessing roles, consistency, and impact, not just raw statistics. For example, the IGL of the Year and Coach of the Year are categories where the influence of these individuals can\u2019t always be measured by stats alone. Instead, the voting is based on their strategic thinking, leadership qualities, and ability to bring out the best in their teams.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>The Panel Awards Categories<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-121578\" src=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/The-Panel-Awards-Categories.jpg\" alt=\"The Panel Awards Categories\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/The-Panel-Awards-Categories.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/The-Panel-Awards-Categories-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/The-Panel-Awards-Categories-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/The-Panel-Awards-Categories-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These awards are voted on by a selected group of experts, including coaches, players, and analysts, who evaluate the nominees based on their performance and impact. The Panel Awards categories for 2024 include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Coach of the Year<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>IGL of the Year<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Opener of the Year<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Closer of the Year<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Anchor of the Year<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>AWPer of the Year<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Highlight of the Year<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These categories are voted on by a panel consisting of 10 on-air talent members (casters, analysts, and former pros), 5 HLTV newsroom staff members and 20 representatives from the top 20 teams of 2024. Team representatives include such experts like <\/span><b><i>Casper \u201c\u2060cadiaN\u2060\u201d M\u00f8ller<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b><i>Gabriel \u201c\u2060FalleN\u2060\u201d Toledo<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b><i>Andrey \u201c\u2060B1ad3\u2060\u201d Gorodenskiy<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b><i>Dan \u201c\u2060apEX\u2060\u201d Madesclaire<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and many others. This varied panel ensures that the votes are well-informed and grounded in both statistics and expert opinion by bringing a variety of knowledge from every aspect of the Counter-Strike scene.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Panel Awards highlight players who stand out in specific roles, with each category focusing on a different aspect of gameplay.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b><i>Opener of the Year<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is awarded to players who are aggressive in taking map control and setting the pace early in rounds, often creating opportunities for their team.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The<\/span><b><i> Closer of the Year<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recognizes players who thrive in high-pressure situations, closing out rounds, especially during clutch moments.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b><i>Anchor of the Year<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is given to players who consistently hold key positions, shutting down pushes and maintaining control of critical areas under pressure.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b><i>Coach of the Year<\/i><\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span> <b><i>IGL<\/i><\/b> <b><i>of the Year<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> awards are particularly challenging to quantify due to the complex, behind-the-scenes impact these individuals have on their teams.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To ensure fairness, HLTV has selected nominees for these awards from teams ranked in 2024, excluding those who were not involved with their team for a sufficient amount of time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Nominees for the 2024 HLTV Awards<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-121594\" src=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Nominees-for-the-2024-HLTV-Awards.jpg\" alt=\"Nominees for the 2024 HLTV Awards\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Nominees-for-the-2024-HLTV-Awards.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Nominees-for-the-2024-HLTV-Awards-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Nominees-for-the-2024-HLTV-Awards-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Nominees-for-the-2024-HLTV-Awards-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the nominees for the categories in the HLTV Awards 2024. These players have consistently demonstrated exceptional skill and impact in their respective roles throughout the year. From the deadly precision of the AWP to the clutch performances of Closers and the strategic brilliance of IGLs, these are the players who stood out in 2024.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Highlight of the Year<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Highlight of the Year award goes to the player who delivered the most game-changing moment of the year. These moments were some of the most talked-about plays in the CS2 community:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Danil \u201c\u2060donk\u2060\u201d Kryshkovets<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AK-47 1v5<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Justinas \u201c\u2060jL\u2060\u201d Lekavicius<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deagle + AK-47 ACE<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Kaike \u201c\u2060KSCERATO\u2060\u201d Cerato<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ACE<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Ilya \u201c\u2060m0NESY\u2060\u201d Osipov<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWP 4K<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Ilya \u201c\u2060m0NESY\u2060\u201d Osipov<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scout 4K<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Mario \u201c\u2060malbsMd\u2060\u201d Samayoa<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AK-47 1v3 ACE CLUTCH<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>William \u201c\u2060mezii\u2060\u201d Merriman<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AK-47 ACE<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Nikola \u201c\u2060NiKo\u2060\u201d Kova\u010d<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deagle ACE<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Felipe \u201c\u2060skullz\u2060\u201d Medeiros<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">M4A1-S 1v4<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Mathieu \u201c\u2060ZywOo\u2060\u201d Herbaut<\/b> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWP 4K<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>AWPer of the Year<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Usukhbayar \u201c\u2060910\u2060\u201d Banzragch<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Helvijs \u201c\u2060broky\u2060\u201d Saukants<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Nicolai \u201c\u2060device\u2060\u201d Reedtz<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>H\u00e5kon \u201c\u2060hallzerk\u2060\u201d Fj\u00e6rli<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Ilya \u201c\u2060m0NESY\u2060\u201d Osipov<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Dmitry \u201c\u2060sh1ro\u2060\u201d Sokolov<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>\u00c1d\u00e1m \u201c\u2060torzsi\u2060\u201d Torzs\u00e1s<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Ihor \u201c\u2060w0nderful\u2060\u201d Zhdanov<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>\u00d6zg\u00fcr \u201c\u2060woxic\u2060\u201d Eker<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Mathieu \u201c\u2060ZywOo\u2060\u201d Herbaut<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Opener of the Year<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Danil \u201c\u2060donk\u2060\u201d Kryshkovets<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Jonathan \u201c\u2060EliGE\u2060\u201d Jablonowski<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Shahar \u201c\u2060flameZ\u2060\u201d Shushan<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Mihai \u201c\u2060iM\u2060\u201d Ivan<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Mario \u201c\u2060malbsMd\u2060\u201d Samayoa<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Nikola \u201c\u2060NiKo\u2060\u201d Kova\u010d<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Munkhbold \u201c\u2060Senzu\u2060\u201d Azbayar<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Russel \u201c\u2060Twistzz\u2060\u201d Van Dulken<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Ismailcan \u201c\u2060XANTARES\u2060\u201d D\u00f6rtkarde\u015f<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Dorian \u201c\u2060xertioN\u2060\u201d Berman<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Closer of the Year<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Valeriy \u201c\u2060b1t\u2060\u201d Vakhovskiy<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Ludvig \u201c\u2060Brollan\u2060\u201d Brolin<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>David \u201c\u2060frozen\u2060\u201d \u010cer\u0148ansk\u00fd<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Jimi \u201c\u2060Jimpphat\u2060\u201d Salo<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Justinas \u201c\u2060jL\u2060\u201d Lekavicius<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Kaike \u201c\u2060KSCERATO\u2060\u201d Cerato<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Keith \u201c\u2060NAF\u2060\u201d Markovic<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Guy \u201c\u2060NertZ\u2060\u201d Iluz<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Robin \u201c\u2060ropz\u2060\u201d Kool<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Lotan \u201c\u2060Spinx\u2060\u201d Giladi<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Anchor of the Year<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Valeriy \u201c\u2060b1t\u2060\u201d Vakhovskiy<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Shahar \u201c\u2060flameZ\u2060\u201d Shushan<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Jimi \u201c\u2060Jimpphat\u2060\u201d Salo<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Boris \u201c\u2060magixx\u2060\u201d Vorobiev<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Mario \u201c\u2060malbsMd\u2060\u201d Samayoa<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>William \u201c\u2060mezii\u2060\u201d Merriman<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Ayush \u201c\u2060mzinho\u2060\u201d Batbold<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Keith \u201c\u2060NAF\u2060\u201d Markovic<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Robin \u201c\u2060ropz\u2060\u201d Kool<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Myroslav \u201c\u2060zont1x\u2060\u201d Plakhotia<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>IGL of the Year<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Aleksi \u201c\u2060Aleksib\u2060\u201d Virolainen<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Dan \u201c\u2060apEX\u2060\u201d Madesclaire<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Garidmagnai \u201c\u2060bLitz\u2060\u201d Byambasuren<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Leonid \u201c\u2060chopper\u2060\u201d Vishnyakov<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Dzhami \u201c\u2060Jame\u2060\u201d Ali<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Finn \u201c\u2060karrigan\u2060\u201d Andersen<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Damjan \u201c\u2060kyxsan\u2060\u201d Stoilkovski<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Engin \u201c\u2060MAJ3R\u2060\u201d K\u00fcpeli<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Kamil \u201c\u2060siuhy\u2060\u201d Szkaradek<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Janusz \u201c\u2060Snax\u2060\u201d Pogorzelski<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Coach of the Year<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Andrey \u201c\u2060B1ad3\u2060\u201d Gorodenskiy<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Sezgin \u201c\u2060Fabre\u2060\u201d Kalayc\u0131<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Sergey \u201c\u2060hally\u2060\u201d Shavaev<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Erdenedalai \u201c\u2060maaRaa\u2060\u201d Bayanbat<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Filip \u201c\u2060NEO\u2060\u201d Kubski<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Eetu \u201c\u2060sAw\u2060\u201d Saha<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Dennis \u201c\u2060sycrone\u2060\u201d Nielsen<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Tiaan \u201c\u2060T.c\u2060\u201d Coertzen<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Wiktor \u201c\u2060TaZ\u2060\u201d Wojtas<\/b><\/li>\n<li class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>R\u00e9my \u201c\u2060XTQZZZ\u2060\u201d Quoniam<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These players were carefully selected by the HLTV staff as nominees for the year\u2019s loudest CS2 award because of their dedication, talent, and training. There are many nominees from various teams and nations, and they have all had some sort of influence on the CS2 community.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What the HLTV Awards Mean for CS2<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The HLTV Awards 2024 are a reflection of the competitive scene\u2019s growth, depth, and evolving dynamics. Sure, the big names like the star players and top teams get a lot of attention, but these awards also shine a spotlight on the often-overlooked roles that are just as crucial to a team\u2019s success. The beauty of the Panel Awards is that they\u2019re voted on by the people who really know the game inside and out. We\u2019re talking about players, coaches, and analysts \u2014 the people who live and breathe CS2 every day. And because of this, the awards feel so much more meaningful. Then you\u2019ve got the Community Awards, where fans get to have their say. It\u2019s a great reminder of the bond between players and their supporters. So here\u2019s to another year of incredible moments, upsets, rivalries, and, of course, to the players, coaches, and teams who make Counter-Strike what it is today. Join us in following the award, support your favorite players and teams, and remember that there is still more to come.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The HLTV Awards have become one of the most anticipated events in the CS:GO and CS2 competitive scene, bringing together fans, players, and experts to celebrate the most outstanding achievements of the year. But what exactly goes into these prestigious awards? 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