#student esports

Fresh off their championship win at the Collegiate Center for Esports (CCE) League Season 4, Viridis Arcus will compete against top student esports teams from around Asia. Campus Game Fest, organized by the Singapore Cybersports and Online Gaming Association (SCOGA), is a major annual event that celebrates the growing world of student esports. The participation of these student-athletes is part of CCE’s Next Gen Program, which encourages up-and-coming esports talents by offering a platform to hone their skills and gain exposure to international competition. As the global esports industry continues to expand, this opportunity allows players from the Philippines to build experience and connect with a broader esports community, potentially opening doors for professional careers. Viridis Arcus and Jed Soriano’s journey exemplifies the growth of collegiate esports in the Philippines and the drive to foster a new generation of Filipino esports talent. A growing number of UK students are advocating for esports to be integrated into school curriculums, with 75% of respondents in a recent survey supporting its inclusion. The study, commissioned by Tencent in collaboration with the British Esports Federation and Ukie, highlights the increasing popularity and potential of esports as a viable educational and career pathway. Among those surveyed, 64% were already involved in esports-related academic activities, showcasing its growing footprint in education. Read more in our articles including "DLSU’s MLBB Team Viridis Arcus to Represent Philippines at Singapore’s Campus Game Fest 2024" and "75% of UK Students Want Esports in Schools, Study Finds".