eSports US 7-8
Grade Levels: | 7-8 | |
Purpose: | eSports is a team of students playing a particular video game in a highly-organized, competitive environment. Students will learn about the world of eSports, gaming skills, gaming sportsmanship, and how to compete against others in a Christ-honoring manner. At Gr 7-8, we will compete against other schools and teams. | |
Seasons: |
Students may choose one season or both. Season 1: 10/12/21 - 12/19/21 Season 2: 01/24/22 - 05/12/22 |
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Practices Schedule*: | Tuesday and Thursday: 5:00-6:00 p.m. Saturday: Noon - 2:00 p.m. *Subject to change once Beak Squad Robotics ends in March and/or the team is divided across the different games. |
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Practice Location: |
Founder's Campus: eSports/Robotics Room (W121) |
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Competition Days / Times: |
Students will compete in an EGF nationwide competition. Match schedule and information posted here after all teams are rostered. We'll compete online weekly from the eSports Room with 7-8 teams nationwide. If we advance to state or regional competitions, limited matches will be played in person (in a larger setting TBD, likely a college). Regional finalists automatically qualify for a nationwide competition hosted in Walt Disney World in January 2022. |
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Cost: | $200 per season; $25 discount if register for both seasons Includes 1 team hockey-style jersey that you will keep, locker magnet, gaming association fees, Nintendo account fees, and snacks |
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Anticipated # of Students: |
20 per season This is our first year for eSports and coaching is limited. 20 spots per season will be filled on a first come first serve basis. Additional interested students can sign up for the waiting list via UltraCamp. |
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Expected Parent Involvement: |
Arrangements for parent spectating of matches is TBD. |
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Important Dates: |
10/04/21 - Online Registration opens; when max capacity reached, waiting list will be active. 01/14/22 - Online Registration re-opens |