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Sheever

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Player Information
Name:
Jorien van der Heijden
Nationality:
Born:
April 26, 1985 (age 41)
Region:
Europe Europe
Years Active (Player):
2018 - 2019,
2024
Role:
Approx. Total Winnings:
$192
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Jorien "Sheever" Heijden (born April 26, 1985) is a Dutch Host. She has been a consistent presence in Dota 2's top events, notably The International, the Dota Major Championships, and DreamLeague. She began her career in esports in 2012, working as a commentator, attending her first International that year.

In May 2017, Sheever revealed she had been diagnosed with breast cancer, continuing to attend events while undergoing treatment. She has been cancer free since December 2019, an video, devoted to her story, was showcased during The International 2018.

Over time, she has transitioned into a full-time host, and is Dota 2's most well-known English-speaking host. Her work as a host has been recognised outside of Dota 2, with multiple nominations esports host of the year in the Esports Awards and The Game Awards.

Biography

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Jorien van der Heijden grew up as the third child in a village in the Netherlands. She liked games from a young age, being introduced to Warcraft III and the world of Battle.net by her sister. She was a big fan of Tower Defense, and later also DotA. Sheever became serious about gaming with World of Warcraft, raiding with hardcore raiding guild 'Ascendence' for about 4 years. It was not long after quitting World of Warcraft in 2011 that she received a Dota 2 beta key. She started streaming Dota 2 on Owned.tv in early December 2011, switching to Twitch.tv in March 2012.

Sheever entered the casting world when she was asked to help out with an amateur Dota 2 tournament. She was hired as a caster at GosuGamers in April 2012, remaining with them until January 2013 when they were disbanded. Since then Sheever has been an increasingly well-known independent freelance caster, host, panelist and interviewer for Dota 2, appearing in many well-known events such as The International, Starladder, DreamLeague, and ESL.[1]

In May 2017, Sheever announced that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer. [2] She continued attending events whilst undergoing radiation and chemotherapy and has been cancer-free since December 6, 2019.[3]

Trivia

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  • She is 1.89m (6'2") tall.[4]
  • Her nickname, which is also her old World of Warcraft nickname, is derived from a Robin Hobb book, containing a sea serpent called "Shreever".[5]

Achievements

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  • As Player
  • As Broadcast Talent
  • Awards
  • Show All
DatePlaceTierTournamentTeamResultPrize
2024-11-207th - 8thShowmatchBetBoom Streamers Battle 8BetBoom Streamers Battle 8
1 : 2
$959
2024-01-245th - 8thQualifierESL One Birmingham 2024: North America Open Qualifier #2ESL One Birmingham 2024: North America Open Qualifier #2
0 : 1
-
2019-03-0310thShowmatchAutoChess Staff CupAutoChess Staff Cup
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2018-11-042ndShowmatchDreamLeague Season 10 Solo TournamentDreamLeague Season 10 Solo Tournament--
Extended list of results
DateTierTournamentPositionPartners
2024-07-21Tier 1Riyadh Masters 2024Riyadh Masters 2024Riyadh Masters 2024Desk Host
Show
Riyadh Masters 2024
2023-10-29Tier 1The International 2023The International 2023Host
Show
The International 2023
2023-07-30Tier 1Riyadh Masters 2023Riyadh Masters 2023Desk Host
Show
Riyadh Masters 2023
2022-10-30Tier 1The International 2022The International 2022Host
Show
The International 2022
2021-10-17Tier 1The International 2021The International 2021Host
Show
The International 2021
2019-08-25Tier 1The International 2019The International 2019Host
Show
The International 2019
2018-08-25Tier 1The International 2018The International 2018Host
Show
The International 2018
2017-08-12Tier 1The International 2017The International 2017Commentator
Show
The International 2017
2016-08-13Tier 1The International 2016The International 2016Analyst
Show
The International 2016
2014-07-21Tier 1The International 2014The International 2014Host
Show
The International 2014
About achievementsAbout achievements
Broadcasts from any Tournament
2014
GosuAwards: Community vote for Best Interviewer/Host
2015
GosuAwards: Community vote for Best Interviewer
GosuAwards: Community vote for Best Host
2016
GosuAwards: Community vote for Best Interviewer
GosuAwards: Community vote for Best Host
2018
Esports Awards: Nominated for Esports Unsung Hero of the Year[6]
2020
The Game Awards: Nominated for Esports Host of the Year[7]
Esports Awards: Nominated for Esports Host of the Year[8]
2021
Esports Awards: Nominated for Esports Host of the Year[9]
2022
Esports Awards: Nominated for Esports Host of the Year[10]
2023
Esports Awards: Nominated for Esports Host of the Year[11]
2024
Esports Awards: Nominated for Esports Host of the Year[12]
Esports Awards Decade Awards: Nominated for Esports On-Air Talent of the Decade[13]
2025
Esports Awards: Nominated for Esports Host of the Year[14]

Additional Content

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Interviews

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  • 2025
  • 2024
  • 2019
  • 2018
  • 2017
  • 2016
  • 2015
  • 2014
  • 2013
  • 2012
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Miscellaneous

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  • 2025
  • 2017
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Spotlights

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References

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  1. ↑ http://sheevergaming.com/about/
  2. ↑ Jorien "Sheever" van der Heijden (2017-05-03). "Cancer Sucks". http://sheevergaming.com. Retrieved October 26, 2017.
  3. ↑ SheeverGaming (2019-12-06). "Recent MRI check: all clear!". Twitter.
  4. ↑ SheeverGaming (2021-02-01). "Hello, I am 189 cm/ 6ft2”.". Twitter.
  5. ↑ GosuGamers (2023-07-28). "What is the meaning behind your IGN?".
  6. ↑ "Esports Awards 2018 | Esports Awards". Esports Awards.
  7. ↑ Stedman, Alex (2020-12-10). "The Game Awards 2020: Complete Winners List". Variety.
  8. ↑ "Esports Awards 2020 | Esports Awards". Esports Awards.
  9. ↑ "Esports Awards 2021 | Esports Awards". Esports Awards.
  10. ↑ "Esports Awards 2022 | Esports Awards". Esports Awards.
  11. ↑ "Esports Awards 2023 | Esports Awards". Esports Awards.
  12. ↑ "Esports Awards 2024 Part II | Esports Awards". Esports Awards.
  13. ↑ "Decade Awards | Esports Awards". Esports Awards.
  14. ↑ "Esports Awards 2025 | Esports Awards". Esports Awards.
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