Florescent, the Canadian Valorant prodigy and star player for Apeks, has officially stepped down from the competitive scene. The news broke via an official statement posted on the organization’s social media channels.
The announcement shocked fans worldwide, as Florescent had been seen as one of the brightest prospects in the VCT.
The Reasons Behind Her Early Departure
In the team’s statement, Apeks explained that Florescent made the decision in consultation with her management. The pressures of professional play at a young age were at the core of her choice.
She had to relocate to Berlin, far from her home, family, and friends, to compete in VCT EMEA. This transition, coupled with the sacrifices of a normal teenage life, heavily influenced her decision to take a break.
Apeks emphasized that this may not be a final goodbye: a future return is possible when the player feels more ready.
Source: Apeks
Historic Milestone: The First Woman in VCT
Florescent became the first woman to ever compete professionally in the VCT, a landmark achievement in the esports world.
She joined Apeks in 2025 and quickly made headlines not only for her gender milestone but also for her exceptional in-game performance.
Before that, she dominated the Game Changers scene with Shopify Rebellion, winning back-to-back VALORANT Game Changers Championships in 2023 and 2024 and earning MVP honors both years.
Florescent’s Career Highlights
First woman to play in VCT professionally
MVP of both VALORANT Game Changers 2023 and 2024
Two-time champion with Shopify Rebellion
Star player for Apeks in VCT EMEA