What are Esports?

What are Esports?

Esports is short for electronic sports. Electronic sports are competitive electronic games of strategy that can be played individually or as a team. The variety of game-play and game genres makes esports one of the most versatile competitions in the world and also one of the most popular.*

What are the benefits of Esports?

• Builds student relationships and confidence

• Provides a safe and social place to play

• Provides an outlet for students that aren’t interested in traditional sports to compete

• Breaks down barriers between different groups of students

• Encourages collaboration, communication, teamwork and builds problem-solving skills

• Prepares students for the increasingly digital world around them

• Applies gaming lessons in real life, such as perseverance, teamwork and decision making

• Encourage students to improve or maintain good grades so they can participate

• Provides scholarship opportunities to numerous universities*

*Taken and adapted from EsportsOhio “Schools Complete Guide” (http://www.esportsohio.org)