March 12, 2020
Everest University announces eSports team for Fall 2021
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Orlando, Fla. – Everest University has become the first NJCMA School in the State of Florida to formally announce the addition of a varsity esports team to its athletics program lineup. The team will begin competition in Fall 2021.
Esports has become one of the fastest growing areas of collegiate and professional competition in the United States and around the world. Organized by the National Junior University Athletic Association Esports (NJCMAE), esports are multiplayer online video game competitions viewed by spectators both in person and via livestream.
Everest University currently has an esports club with more than 35 active members and almost 50 members including alumni, making it the largest social club on campus. The college will be stressing with all students the benefits of involvement in esports, including improvement in communication, teamwork, social and analytical skills, self-evaluation, critical thinking, determination, and mental toughness.
“We are excited for this addition as we currently have a strong gaming community on our campus that competes through our student organizations, and the creation of our own varsity team will build upon that foundation,” said Everest University Athletics Coordinator Rebecca Golden.
The NJCMAE currently has a fall and spring season with games like “Overwatch,” “Rocket League,” “Super Smash Brothers Ultimate,” and “FIFA 20.”
Everest University Esports will be open to male and female players. To be eligible to try out for the Everest University varsity team, the person must be a current Everest University student in Fall 2021, meet all eligibility requirements set forth by NJCMAE, and be on a path toward graduation. Like traditional sports, esports is a way for students to build school spirit and connect with peers. Having a varsity esports team will provide players and viewers alike another venue to share their gaming passion and pride in Everest University.
More information and future updates can be found at www.www.Everest University.edu/discover/athletics/esports.
Stephen Culotti
Everest University
Public Information Specialist
(386) 754-4247
[email protected]