This Saturday at Lake Michigan College, it’s game on! Berrien RESA is hosting the 2023 esports League Finals this weekend.
Esports is organized video gaming where students compete as individuals or on teams, in online worlds, trying to be the best.
John Phillips, esports coordinator with Berrien RESA says the skills students learn in these competitions helps them develop, and future employers are taking note.
“They’re looking for kids who can think critically, creatively, and can collaborate with others. Well, that is exactly what is required to be successful in esports,” said Phillips.
Esports is getting attention around the world. Students can go on to play for college teams and some college scholarships are available. Phillips says the skills used in esports can transfer to wide variety of careers from engineering and design to marketing and medicine.
Thirteen area schools are competing at LMC’s Hanson Technology Center this weekend. The public is welcome to attend.
Tournament participants include:
Berrien Springs Public Schools
Buchanan Community Schools
Cassopolis Public Schools
Comstock Public Schools
Covert Public Schools
Dowagiac Union Schools
Fennville Public Schools
Hartford Public Schools
Lawton Community Schools
Portage Public Schools
South Haven Public Schools
St. Joseph Public Schools
Watervliet Public Schools
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What: Berrien RESA will host the 2023 Esports League Finals on April 15. The event features Southwest Michigan High School Esports League teams from across the region.
Who: The public is welcome to attend
Where: Lake Michigan College Hanson Technology Center at 2755 Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
When: Saturday, April 15, 2023 from 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m.
