SK lock in SlowQ through 2027, Team Heretics add sOAZ as positional coach

SK made the clearest long term statement of the day in EMEA, locking in mid laner SlowQ and updating his contract in Riot’s Global Contract Database through 15 November 2027. The move pairs two notable July 6 updates for the organization, with SlowQ both listed as joining SK and immediately receiving a multi year contract end date.

That is a strong signal from SK. Mid lane is one of the most important positions in any roster build, and teams do not hand out extended terms lightly. By registering SlowQ’s arrival and a contract update on the same day, SK showed real commitment to the player rather than a short term stopgap. The headline here is simple, SK have their mid lane plan in place.

Team Heretics also changed direction in staff. The organization added sOAZ as Positional Coach and parted ways with FEBIVEN, who leaves the same role. It is a one for one change on paper, but it brings in one of Europe’s most recognizable veterans. sOAZ has long been one of the region’s best known names, and Heretics are betting that experience can help sharpen individual development.

FEBIVEN’s exit closes that chapter for TH, while sOAZ now steps into a role focused on player growth and role specific work. Staff changes do not grab headlines like player transfers, but they can matter quickly, especially when a team is trying to stabilize form or build better habits around key carries.

July 6 was not a massive day for volume in EMEA, but the moves were direct. SK invested in SlowQ as a long term mid lane piece, and Team Heretics swapped FEBIVEN for sOAZ in a targeted coaching change.