Karmine Corp has suspended its LEC Assistant Coach Žiga ‘Apples‘ Jereb following allegations of inappropriate behaviour.
Because of the allegations, the French esports organisation will launch an inner investigation into the matter whereas the League of Legends coach is suspended.
Allegations first surfaced on social media on September twenty eighth, 2025, claiming Apples’ behaviour was inappropriate when interacting with feminine supporters of the organisation, along with allegedly leaking info on scrims to followers.
Former Crew Heretics participant and LEC caster Jakob ‘Jackspektra’ Kepple has additionally alleged that Apples exploited his naivety to stop him from becoming a member of different groups throughout the low season.
“The membership has turn out to be conscious of potential points regarding an worker that don’t align with the requirements of professionalism anticipated by the membership,” stated Karmine Corp in a statement.
“An inner investigation was initiated as quickly as the primary components appeared. Pending the conclusion of this investigation, the worker has been suspended with quick impact.”
Apples joined Karmine Corp in January 2024 as an assistant coach of Karmine Corp Blue, the organisation’s academy roster. In Might 2024, he joined the principle LEC roster. Throughout his time as assistant coach, the workforce received the LEC 2025 Winter Playoffs.
Karmine Corp has but to reveal the outcomes of its investigation and whether or not Apples will stay a part of the organisation’s League of Legends operations.
Suspensions In Esports
Suspensions surrounding inappropriate behaviour and integrity throughout the esports business have turn out to be extra frequent in 2025, as extra organisations take a stance in punishing those that commit wrongdoing.
August noticed FunPlus Phoenix (FPX) situation an indefinite suspension to Cai ‘Milkyway‘ Zi-Jun after allegedly violating the foundations of the League of Legends Professional League (LPL).
