The E-Sports Entertainment Association League has taken steps to prevent a self-described paedophile from ever playing competitive CS:GO again, by banning him for a thousand years. While ridiculous, it does mean that there is never a time in the man's lifetime, where he can expect to be welcomed back to the online shooter.
Reece "bloominator" Bloom, has officially been banned for "malicious," activity, but with countless messaging logs of him flirting and being sexually suggestive to girls he has confirmed are underage, as well as outright claiming that he's a "paedophile," the real reason is obvious.
Bloominator was a professional player at a reasonably high-level at his peak. He played for Armor Esports, as well as the since disbanded Exertus. Obviously he doesn't play for anyone now and is unlikely to be welcome in any CS:GO circles, professional or not.
It's not clear if any legal action will be taken against Bloom in the future, as the evidence against him is quite substantial. There are
As Kotaku points out, he even issued a (now cached) apology and further admission of his guilt, though later removed it - perhaps on legal advice.
The ESEA has reiterated with this ban that it will not tolerate harassment of other players or fans, be it sexual or otherwise.
