Most esports contracts are one-sided in the team’s favor.
Learn to even the playing field.
Hi, I’m Parth, and I’ve drafted, negotiated, and traded a lot of player contracts during my seven years of working at TSM.
Teams have a lot of experience in this game and will try any tactic to get you to sign on their terms. I’ve seen countless players — especially young ones — sign long-term contracts they regret later, because:
They didn’t know their value
They didn’t know how to negotiate
They didn’t know who to ask for help
Whether you’re brand new to the scene or simply feel that you haven’t been getting the best contracts so far, this primer is for you. The next time you’re negotiating, use it as a starting point to understand the terms, ask the right questions, and know where you can turn to for help.