Esports

Florida esports athletes enjoy camaraderie and 'Good Game' competition in Super Smash Brothers tournament at Full Sail University's iconic arena, The Fortress.

Several schools now offer degrees in esports management, marketing and media, allowing students to pursue their dream jobs even if they are unable to make it as professional esports players.

Community college leaders are finding that esports raises the academic enthusiasm of current students and attracts more new full-time students to campus.

The two major universities go all in on esports, elevating it to top-level status on campus; NASEF partners with Japan High School Esports Federation on international collaborative agreement.

The new 7,500-square-foot esports area will feature 16 gaming computers, consoles and a broadcast space, as well as a spot for the potential for training, youth STEM programs and sports camps.

The University of Kentucky announced it is starting an esports program and partnering with company Gen.G, a pro sports franchise and global company that connects gamers.