Performance analysis has been part of S.E.A. Dragons since the club was established in Brecon, Powys. Working alongside Scout Edge Analytics, we've applied research and data analysis to competitive esports, with our staff also presenting their work at the International Esports Research Network Conference.
Our work extends beyond competition, with an interest in understanding how esports organisations operate and how players can be better supported through structured performance analysis.
Over the years, S.E.A. Dragons has also attracted coverage from local and national news outlets, documenting the club's development and achievements. From our early days in Brecon to becoming three-time consecutive Welsh Esports League Club Champions, these articles offer an independent record of how the organisation has grown.
Explore independent news coverage of S.E.A. Dragons, from our beginnings in Brecon to our achievements across Welsh and UK esports.
Herald.Wales reports on S.E.A. Dragons’ 4–2 Rocket League Grand Final victory over British Army Esports at the RAF Museum in London. The article highlights the Brecon club’s rapid progress since its founding in 2024 and its efforts to raise awareness of competitive esports and career opportunities in Wales.
Read original articleThe Hereford Times explores how former Hereford FC analyst and S.E.A. Dragons founder Patryk Białowąs applied football-style performance analysis to esports. It reports on the Brecon club’s BFBS Pro League Rocket League victory over an Army side featuring Bluey, a former PSG and FC Barcelona esports player, and its dramatic 4–2 comeback.
Read original articleForces News profiles the British Army Buzzards ahead of the BFBS Pro League Season 2 Rocket League Grand Final, including former PSG Esports and FC Barcelona player Daniel “Bluey” Bluett and teammate Kieran “Onza” Smith. The report recounts how S.E.A. Dragons, the competition’s only civilian team, defeated the top-seeded Army side 4–2 to claim the championship at the RAF Museum in London.
Read original articleThe Brecon & Radnor Express reports on S.E.A. Dragons winning the BFBS Pro League Rocket League championship at the RAF Museum in London. The Powys club defeated British Army Esports 4–2 in the Grand Final, completing a remarkable run to the national title.
Read original articleEsports Wales covers S.E.A. Dragons’ first LAN championship, a 4–2 Rocket League comeback against British Army Esports at the RAF Museum London. The feature also recognises the club’s UKIC Counter-Strike 2 title and its record third consecutive overall Welsh Esports League Club of the Season award.
Read original articleThe York Press profiles S.E.A. Dragons Rocket League Director Connor “Faizye” Chittock, who helped guide the Brecon team to the BFBS Pro League championship at just 19. The feature examines his journey from York College to national champion and his video-analysis-led coaching methods.
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Army HIVE Info republishes the official BFBS announcement celebrating S.E.A. Dragons’ 4–2 Rocket League Grand Final win over Army Buzzards. Shared with the UK Armed Forces community, the announcement includes player Ben Lyon’s reaction and comments from BFBS organisers.
Read original articleAn official BFBS announcement, published by Cobseo, confirms S.E.A. Dragons as BFBS Valarian Pro League Season Two champions following a 4–2 Grand Final victory over Army Buzzards. It features comments from player Ben Lyon and recognises the trophy presentation at the RAF Museum London.
Read original articleForces News reports on S.E.A. Dragons winning the BFBS Pro League Season Two Rocket League championship at the RAF Museum London. The Brecon-based team defeated RAF Stormshadows in the semi-finals before overcoming top-seeded Army Buzzards 4–2 in the Grand Final.
Read original articleThe Brecon & Radnor Express reports on S.E.A. Dragons winning the UKIC League Season 11 Challengers Division after defeating NEDS 2–0 in the Counter-Strike 2 Grand Final. The article also previews the club’s first national LAN final in London after qualifying for the BFBS Rocket League championship.
Read original articleThe Brecon & Radnor Express covers S.E.A. Dragons signing EA SPORTS FC player Rhys Vaughan, who previously represented Newcastle United in the 2026 ePremier League and competed at the Esports World Cup Last Chance Qualifier in Paris. Vaughan helped the Powys club reach the Welsh Esports League knockout stages.
Read original articleEsports News UK previews the BFBS Pro League Rocket League playoffs, featuring S.E.A. Dragons as the sole Welsh civilian guest team alongside British Army and RAF sides. The Dragons advanced from the Swiss Stage with a 3–1 record and faced RAF Stormshadows in the upper bracket.
Read original articleThe Brecon & Radnor Express reports on S.E.A. Dragons joining the BFBS Pro League, a national Rocket League competition connected to the UK Armed Forces. The feature explores the club’s ties to Brecon’s military heritage and its ambitions to reach the London LAN finals while creating local esports opportunities.
Read original articleJB.COM News reports on S.E.A. Dragons joining the BFBS Esports Pro League, a national Rocket League competition involving the UK Armed Forces and defence community. The article explores the Brecon club’s connection to the town’s military heritage, introduces its Rocket League roster and coach Connor “Faizye” Chittock, and highlights ambitions to reach the London LAN finals while creating esports opportunities in Powys.
Read original articlePowys County Times covers S.E.A. Dragons entering the BFBS Pro League and representing Brecon in a competition linked to the Armed Forces community. The article highlights pathways for local players, coaches, analysts and creators, alongside the team’s push towards the London finals.
Read original articleHerald.Wales reports on S.E.A. Dragons recruiting former Newcastle United ePremier League representative Rhys Vaughan. The feature covers his Esports World Cup qualifying experience, his early contribution to the Welsh Esports League campaign and the Brecon club’s ambitions to attract established EA FC talent.
Read original articleHerald.Wales covers S.E.A. Dragons joining the BFBS Pro League, a national Rocket League tournament linked to the Armed Forces. The report introduces the club’s competition roster and explains how representing Brecon and Powys connects with the town’s military heritage.
Read original articleThe Brecon & Radnor Express reports on S.E.A. Dragons Rocket League player Euan “Tadpole” Ingram being selected for Wales at the FIFAe Nations League. The call-up marked his return to international competition after winning Commonwealth Esports Championships gold in 2022.
Read original articlePolish regional outlet Ostróda News profiles S.E.A. Dragons founder Patryk Białowąs, who was born in Ostróda and went on to establish an esports club in Brecon, Wales. The feature highlights his connection to the town and the club’s achievements in Welsh and European competitive gaming.
Read original articleEsports News UK covers S.E.A. Dragons securing a second consecutive overall Welsh Esports League Club Championship. The Brecon club won the Counter-Strike 2 and Rocket League divisions and finished runners-up in Valorant, Rainbow Six Siege and Chess.
Read original articleJB.COM News covers S.E.A. Dragons retaining the overall Welsh Esports League Club Championship, finishing ahead of 17 other clubs. The report highlights wins in Counter-Strike 2 and Rocket League, three runner-up finishes and the club’s analysis-led approach to competitive gaming.
Read original articleThe Brecon & Radnor Express reports on S.E.A. Dragons winning its second consecutive overall Welsh Esports League Club Championship. Competing against 17 other Welsh clubs, the Powys organisation won the Rocket League and Counter-Strike 2 divisions and finished second in Valorant, Rainbow Six Siege and Chess.
Read original articleHerald.Wales covers S.E.A. Dragons winning consecutive overall Welsh Esports League Club Championships in Seasons 9 and 10, following a third-place finish in its debut season. The feature also highlights the club’s European Rocket League Championship Series top-64 appearances.
Read original articleThe Brecon & Radnor Express reports on S.E.A. Dragons reaching the European top 64 twice in Rocket League Championship Series open qualifiers. The article explores the club’s performances in the Welsh Esports League and its plans to offer coaching and media internships for students in Powys.
Read original articleCollege Esports News interviews S.E.A. Dragons Rocket League coach Connor “Faizye” Chittock about British collegiate esports, coaching pathways and opportunities for young players. The wider industry feature also discusses his work with York College and other esports organisations.
Read original articleThe Brecon & Radnor Express reports on S.E.A. Dragons winning its first overall Welsh Esports League Club Championship in Season 9. The feature follows the club’s rise from a small student-funded project in Brecon to a multi-game esports organisation using performance analysis to compete across Wales.
Read original articlePowys County Times covers S.E.A. Dragons signing experienced Welsh Rocket League player Euan “Tadpole” Ingram. The article features his reaction to joining the Brecon organisation and introduces its ambitions across Rocket League and other Welsh Esports League titles.
Read original articleThe Brecon & Radnor Express reports on the signing of Euan “Tadpole” Ingram, a Commonwealth Esports Championships gold medallist with experience at leading Rocket League organisations. The article also introduces S.E.A. Dragons’ Season 9 roster and the extension of coach Connor Chittock’s contract.
Read original articlePowys County Times reports on S.E.A. Dragons winning the Welsh Esports League Counter-Strike 2 Premiership in its debut season, defeating Pit Ponies 2–1 in the final. The article also covers the club’s results in other esports titles and its pursuit of the overall Club Championship.
Read original articleThe Brecon & Radnor Express covers S.E.A. Dragons’ first Counter-Strike 2 Premiership title, earned with a 2–1 Grand Final win against Pit Ponies. The report highlights local watch parties, online viewership and the club’s position in the race for the overall Welsh Esports League championship.
Read original articleWales247 reports on S.E.A. Dragons winning the Counter-Strike 2 Premiership in its debut Welsh Esports League season. The Brecon-based club completed an unbeaten run and defeated Pit Ponies 2–1 in the Grand Final, attracting interest from local supporters and online viewers.
Read original articleThe South Wales Argus reports on S.E.A. Dragons winning the Welsh Esports League Counter-Strike 2 Premiership in its first season. The team remained unbeaten and defeated Pit Ponies in the Grand Final, with the report exploring the club’s data-driven approach to esports performance.
Read original articleSports analysis software provider Nacsport interviews S.E.A. Dragons founder Patryk Białowąs about applying video tagging and performance analysis to esports. The partner feature explores coaching workflows in EA SPORTS FC, Rocket League and Valorant.
Read original articlePowys County Times reports on S.E.A. Dragons’ opening Welsh Esports League performances, including a 13–4 Counter-Strike 2 victory against Dragons RFC Esports, a team associated with Newport’s professional rugby club. The article introduces the Brecon organisation’s ambitions in competitive gaming.
Read original articleThe Brecon & Radnor Express previews S.E.A. Dragons’ debut Welsh Esports League Premier Division season, representing Powys across multiple esports titles. The feature covers its performance-analysis partnerships and includes a message of encouragement from James Evans MS, Member of the Senedd for Brecon and Radnorshire.
Read original articleThe Brecon & Radnor Express profiles the newly launched S.E.A. Dragons and its plans to bring professional football-style analysis into competitive esports. The article introduces the team’s Brecon roots, its research-led approach and its early podium finish at the Wales Masters Phygital tournament.
Read original articleEsports News UK covers the inaugural Wales Masters Phygital tournament, combining EA SPORTS FC 25 and five-a-side football. The published results photograph records S.E.A. Dragons finishing third in its first-ever competition in Newport.
Read original articlePowys County Times previews the launch of S.E.A. Dragons in Brecon, introducing its founder, performance analysis team and ambition to create opportunities for esports talent in Powys. The report explains the club’s early emphasis on data, research and player development.
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