The Maryland/Virginia (MD/VA) Super Smash Bros. region typically encompasses the U.S. states of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, as well as Washington, D.C. It’s a competitive hub that blends the Mid-Atlantic and parts of the Appalachian region, with players often traveling between these areas for local, regional, and major events. This shared scene has produced some of the most recognizable names in competitive Smash history, making MD/VA one of the most respected regions in the game’s global community.
Below is a breakdown of globally ranked MD/VA players, including their tag, state, main character(s), and best known placement, as of August 11, 2025.
Melee Legends & Modern Greats
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Zain (VA, Marth) – #1 in SSBMRank 2024, widely considered the best Melee player in the world.
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Junebug (VA, Donkey Kong/Sheik) – Ranked 19th in SSBMRank 2024, plus #5 in PMRank 2016.
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lloD (VA, Peach) – 21st on MPGR 2018 (also #11 in PMRank 2017).
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Khryke (MD, Marth) – 49th in SSBMRank 2024.
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Sirmeris (WV, Peach) – 48th in SSBMRank 2023.
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Juicebox (VA, Sheik) – 58th in SSBMRank 2024.
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mvlvchi (VA, Peach) – 59th in SSBMRank 2024.
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Kevin Maples (VA, Fox) – 64th in SSBMRank 2024.
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JOJI (VA, Fox) – 67th in SSBMRank 2023.
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Maelstrom (VA, Marth) – 81st in SSBMRank 2024.
Historical Icons
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Azen (VA, Marth) – 2nd on RetroSSBMRank 2006.
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ChuDat (VA, Ice Climbers) – 2nd on RetroSSBMRank 2005; also 49th in SSBBRank 2014.
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NEO (MD, Roy/Marth/Sheik) – 6th on RetroSSBMRank 2005.
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Wife (VA, Peach) – 91st on The Melee Stats All-Time Top 100.
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Husband (MD, Marth) – 88th on The Melee Stats All-Time Top 100.
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Tope (VA, Sheik) – 82nd in SSBMRank 2014.
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DoH (DC, Peach) – 79th in SSBMRank 2014.
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Redd (VA, Fox) – 53rd in SSBMRank 2013.
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Vist (MD, Luigi) – 98th in SSBMRank 2013.
Brawl Era Stars
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Iota (VA, Wario) – 14th in SSBBRank 2024.
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Seagull Joe (MD, Wolf) – 10th in SSBBRank 2016–2017.
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Coney (MD, King Dedede) – 85th in SSBBRank 2014.
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Lie (MD, Diddy Kong) – 89th in SSBBRank 2014.
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Pink Fresh (MD, Lucas) – 98th in SSBBRank 2014.
Smash 4 & Ultimate Talent
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WaDi (VA, Mewtwo/ROB) – 12th in Smash 4 PGR v4; 20th in PGRU Fall 2019.
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Puppeh (VA, Sheik/Pokémon Trainer) – 28th in PGRU Spring 2019.
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Rags (VA, Meta Knight) – 40th in Smash 4 PGR v5.
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ZD (MD, Fox/Wolf) – 77th in OrionRank 2017.
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enhancedpv (MD, Cloud/Wolf) – 100th in UltRank 2022.
Other Notables
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Robert (VA, Pikachu – Smash 64) – 8th in the 2019–2020 Smash 64 PR.
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Nintendude (MD, Ice Climbers) – 24th in SSBMRank 2014, also a major MD/VA tournament organizer.
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chickenman400 (MD, Falco) – 80th in MPGR 2019 (also known as Bobby Big Ballz).
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Cool Lime (VA, Ice Climbers) – 79th in MPGR 2019.
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Jerry (MD, Fox/Jigglypuff) – 55th in MPGR 2018.
MD/VA: A Region That Produces World-Class Talent
From the early days of Melee dominance to modern Ultimate prodigies, the MD/VA region has proven itself as one of the most competitive areas in the Smash world. Whether it’s the precision of Zain’s Marth, the creativity of Junebug’s multiple mains, or the legacy of ChuDat’s Ice Climbers, the Mountain–Capital corridor continues to leave an international mark on competitive Smash.