Rocket League

Enthusiast’s Luminosity Partners With Amazon For Rocket League Invitational Tournament

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水曜日, 4月 17, 2024

The two-day invitational event will be hosted by Sean ‘Spaceman’ Rogers and Jack ‘Corelli’ Collier and feature eight of the top professional North American Rocket League teams, including Luminosity’s very own, as they compete to earn a $15,000 prize pool on April 30th and May 1st.

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  • The two-day invitational event will be hosted by Sean ‘Spaceman’ Rogers and Jack ‘Corelli’ Collier and feature eight of the top professional North American Rocket League teams, including Luminosity’s very own, as they compete to earn a $15,000 prize pool on April 30th and May 1st.
  • Throughout the tournament, players will be able to use unlimited boost as part of the ‘Prime Boost Advantage’ while Luminosity will run dynamic overlays that encourage fans to boost their shopping and streaming experience with Amazon.
  • This will be the first Rocket League event broadcast on Luminosity’s Twitch channel since the return of the Luminosity Rocket League team which attained a strong ninth-place finish at the Rocket League Championship Series Major 1 event in London, where Luminosity was one of the four North American teams to qualify for the international major event.
  • “Rocket League continues to grow in viewership and this tournament will bring together some of the best competitors in a unique format that is sure to give us interesting gameplay,” commented Alex Gonzalez, SVP of Talent & Gaming.

XP League to Host 2024 North American Finals with Full Sail University in a Landmark Third-Year Partnership

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木曜日, 4月 25, 2024

"We are excited to bring the XP League North American Finals back to campus for the third year," said Sari Kitelyn, Director of Esports and Project Development at Full Sail University.

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  • "We are excited to bring the XP League North American Finals back to campus for the third year," said Sari Kitelyn, Director of Esports and Project Development at Full Sail University.
  • In addition to hosting, Full Sail University continues to support the event through its robust community of students, staff, and alumni.
  • Continuing with tradition, XP League will award $30,000 in scholarships to select Full Sail students who contribute to the event's success.
  • Launched in 2020, XP League offers a nine-week seasonal program including one practice and one match a week.

Strava Ushers in Its Next Era with Appointments of New Chief Product Officer and Chief Technology Officer

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水曜日, 4月 24, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Strava, the leading digital community for active people with more than 125 million athletes, today announced the hiring of two new executives to its executive team: Matt Salazar, chief product officer, and Rob Terrell, chief technology officer. Both bring extensive experience with successfully scaling global product portfolios, leading organizations through integral periods of growth, and cultivating high growth communities. Additionally, their technical prowess and strategic insight further fortifies Strava's leadership team, fueling the company's growth.

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  • Both bring extensive experience with successfully scaling global product portfolios, leading organizations through integral periods of growth, and cultivating high growth communities.
  • "Matt and Rob bring an exceptional blend of expertise to Strava," said Michael Martin, chief executive officer of Strava.
  • Salazar joins Strava from Epic Games where he served as the vice president of product management and growth.
  • Throughout his dozen years at the organization, Terrell held varying leadership roles including the game technical director and the divisional chief technology officer of the Farmville franchise.

SPIRE Academy Launches General Esports Program, Empowering Young Athletes Across The Globe

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火曜日, 4月 2, 2024

GENEVA, Ohio, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SPIRE Academy, known for its exceptional sports training facilities and academic programs, is revolutionizing training and development for new and aspiring esports athletes. The school proudly announces the launch of its innovative General Esports program. This is aimed at providing new esports athletes with unparalleled opportunities for training, skill development and career pathways. With this groundbreaking program, SPIRE continues to lead the industry by offering advanced initiatives that empower esports athletes to excel.

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  • SPIRE Academy, known for its exceptional sports training facilities and academic programs, is revolutionizing training and development for new and aspiring esports athletes.
  • With this groundbreaking program, SPIRE continues to lead the industry by offering advanced initiatives that empower esports athletes to excel.
  • GENEVA, Ohio, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SPIRE Academy , known for its exceptional sports training facilities and academic programs, is revolutionizing training and development for new and aspiring esports athletes.
  • With this groundbreaking program, SPIRE continues to lead the industry by offering advanced initiatives that empower esports athletes to excel.

SPIRE Academy Launches General Esports Program, Empowering Young Athletes Across The Globe

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火曜日, 4月 2, 2024

GENEVA, Ohio, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SPIRE Academy, known for its exceptional sports training facilities and academic programs, is revolutionizing training and development for new and aspiring esports athletes. The school proudly announces the launch of its innovative General Esports program. This is aimed at providing new esports athletes with unparalleled opportunities for training, skill development and career pathways. With this groundbreaking program, SPIRE continues to lead the industry by offering advanced initiatives that empower esports athletes to excel.

Key Points: 
  • SPIRE Academy, known for its exceptional sports training facilities and academic programs, is revolutionizing training and development for new and aspiring esports athletes.
  • With this groundbreaking program, SPIRE continues to lead the industry by offering advanced initiatives that empower esports athletes to excel.
  • GENEVA, Ohio, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SPIRE Academy , known for its exceptional sports training facilities and academic programs, is revolutionizing training and development for new and aspiring esports athletes.
  • With this groundbreaking program, SPIRE continues to lead the industry by offering advanced initiatives that empower esports athletes to excel.

Ally and Raidiant Unveil Influential Voices in Gaming List to Celebrate Trailblazers

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火曜日, 3月 19, 2024

LOS ANGELES, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Raidiant, the leading broadcast provider dedicated to fostering opportunities for women in gaming, and Ally, the nation's largest all-digital bank, unveil the highly anticipated "Influential Voices in Gaming" list. Esports Illustrated, the preeminent publication covering esports and gaming culture, joins as the official media partner for this new initiative.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Raidiant, the leading broadcast provider dedicated to fostering opportunities for women in gaming, and Ally, the nation's largest all-digital bank, unveil the highly anticipated "Influential Voices in Gaming" list.
  • Esports Illustrated, the preeminent publication covering esports and gaming culture, joins as the official media partner for this new initiative.
  • The list celebrates individuals across various categories, including Creators, Pro Esports Players, Journalists, Gaming Executives, Artists, and On-Camera Talent.
  • This initiative aims to spotlight the remarkable contributions of these individuals and their profound impact on shaping the gaming landscape.

FBLA and USAEL Partner to Elevate Esports in Education

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月曜日, 3月 11, 2024

In the FBLA Rocket League Esports Competition, FBLA Middle School and High School members will write a research paper that explores the various facets of esports and engage in a single-elimination, bracket-style competition as they play the game Rocket League, with winners advancing through regional virtual competitions.

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  • In the FBLA Rocket League Esports Competition, FBLA Middle School and High School members will write a research paper that explores the various facets of esports and engage in a single-elimination, bracket-style competition as they play the game Rocket League, with winners advancing through regional virtual competitions.
  • USAEL, which provides industry-trusted academic esports programs to K-12 schools, will provide judges for the esports competitions, a safe and secure platform for tournament play, technical assistance, and additional academic opportunities for FBLA chapters to build and expand on their esports programs.
  • “The FBLA Rocket League Esports Competition is a wonderful opportunity for our members to explore this growing career field as they think about their professional futures,” FBLA President & CEO Alexander T. Graham said.
  • It makes perfect sense for USAEL to partner with FBLA to prepare today’s students to become tomorrow’s leaders.”
    To learn more about the FBLA competition and USAEL’s Academic Resources, visit https://www.fbla.org/portfolio-items/usael-esports-competition/ .

Luminosity Hosts Luminosity Makes Big Moves New York to Over 50,000 Concurrent Viewers, Expands Footprint in Highly Engaged Communities

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木曜日, 2月 15, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. (“Enthusiast Gaming” or the “Company”) (TSX: EGLX), the leading gaming and media company in North America, is pleased to announce that Luminosity Gaming, the Company’s gaming and esports brand and one of the largest esports organizations in the world, has seen a number of recent successes in connection with its continued investment in highly engaged gaming communities.

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  • In January 2024, Luminosity hosted one of its tentpole Super Smash Bros Ultimate events, Luminosity Makes Big Moves 2024, at the New Yorker Hotel in New York City in partnership with Even Matchup Gaming.
  • The three-day event had over 1,100 individuals competing in a variety of competitions and brought in over 1,500 total live attendees.
  • “Our live events and streams are the perfect opportunity for brands to integrate in a meaningful and authentic way,” commented Alex Gonzalez, Head of Luminosity Gaming.
  • “These communities are highly engaged and scalable,” commented Adrian Montgomery, interim Chief Executive Officer of Enthusiast Gaming.

Bladerite: Solana's AAA Battle Royale Goes Mobile, Partners with G2 for Web3 Game Promotion, Concludes Genesis Hero NFT Mint

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月曜日, 2月 12, 2024

Bladerite is the world's first-ever Web3 melee battle royale game, requiring players to constantly explore the map, collect resources, and craft equipment while maintaining alertness.

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  • Bladerite is the world's first-ever Web3 melee battle royale game, requiring players to constantly explore the map, collect resources, and craft equipment while maintaining alertness.
  • This mobile version effectively extends its high-quality gaming experience, aiming to establish Bladerite as the world's first multi-terminal interconnected Web3 AAA game!
  • The quality of the game has attracted support from top Esports Teams like G2!
  • Bladerite is a melee-focused battle royale game created by industry veterans in game development and seasoned business elites well-versed in economics.

Valhallan Esports Training Brings Youth Esports to Ontario with its First Arena Opening in Whitby

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月曜日, 1月 15, 2024

WHITBY, Ontario, Jan. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Valhallan Esports Training, the largest and fastest-growing youth esports franchise, has announced the opening of their first arena in Whitby.

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  • WHITBY, Ontario, Jan. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Valhallan Esports Training, the largest and fastest-growing youth esports franchise, has announced the opening of their first arena in Whitby.
  • The very first Valhallan franchise to open in Ontario, the arena will provide a space for competitive gaming for youth between the ages of 7 to 17 years.
  • Players will be able to train and compete in esports competitions in top games such as Overwatch, Fortnite, APEX, Rocket League, and Valorant.
  • Manny Tiamzon, Owner of Valhallan Esports Training Whitby shares, “We are so excited to bring Ontario’s very first Valhallan Esports Training facility to the town of Whitby.