EVO 2020 Online, the virtual event intended to replace EVO 2020 after the coronavirus pandemic forced the organizers to cancel it, has now also been cancelled.
This news comes shortly after multiple allegations of abuse surfaced about the EVO President Joey Cuellar, which in turn led several games being pulled from the lineup.
EVO Statement
Over the past 24 hours, in response to serious allegations recently made public on Twitter, we have made the first of a series of important decisions regarding the future of our company. Effective immediately, Joey Cuellar will no longer be involved with Evo in any capacity. We are working towards his complete separation from the company and have relieved him of all responsibilities.
Going forward, Tony Cannon will act as CEO; in this position, he will take a leadership role in prioritizing greater accountability across Evo, both internally and at our events.
Progress doesn’t happen overnight, or without the bravery of those who speak up against misconduct and injustice.
We are shocked and saddened by these events, but we are listening and committed to making every change that will be necessary in making Evo a better model for the stronger, safer culture we all seek. As a result, we will be canceling Evo Online and will work to issue refunds for all players who chose to purchase a badge. We will donate the equivalent of the proceeds as promised to Project HOPE.
Let’s hope … no pun intended that EVO will come back stronger then ever in the future.
