Virtus.Pro Part Ways With JoyStiCK and ShepparD

On January 16th 2026, Virtus.Pro announced that long time Entry JoyStiCK and Hard Support ShepparD will no longer be a part of the Rainbow Six Siege roster after a lack luster year.

Both players joined Virtus.Pro after Six Invitational 2023 when the org was transitioning to the previous Team Empire core. JoyStiCK and ShepparD have been teammates for their entire professional careers including the Raleigh Major 2019 Championship and the Pro League Season 9 Championship. Both players announced on X that they will be looking for a roster to join for the upcoming year.