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IOC President Thomas Bach met with Saudi Arabia Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud in Riyadh to discuss the inaugural Olympic Esports Games. IOC Photo

Olympic Esports Games Debuting in 2027, IOC Announces

The Olympic Esports Games will debut in 2027 in Riyadh, the International Olympic Committee has announced, while laying the groundwork for those to qualify for the inaugural event. The Esports World Cup Foundation will become the founding partner of the Games. The IOC and EWCF will collaborate with key stakeholders to establish qualification pathways, enhance […]

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The 2024 Fortnite Global Championship and Rocket League World Championship events were held in Fort Worth, Texas. Photo courtesy of Blast

Lyon to Host Two Major Esports World Championships

The 2025 Rocket League World Championship and Fortnite Battle Royale Global Championship are both headed to Lyon, France. Esports event organizer Blast has teamed with AEG Presents to help support and promote the Fortnite Global Championship and Rocket League World Championship events at LDLC Arena. Last year, both events took place at Dickies Arena in […]

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Raleigh to Host 2025 Rocket League Championship Series Event

The Rocket League Championship Series presented by Blast will return to North America this June when Raleigh, North Carolina, hosts the second RLCS Major of the year. Teams from around the world will battle for the RLCS 2025 Raleigh Major trophy, with the winner earning an invitation to the Rocket League World Championship. The Raleigh […]

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Syracuse University Teams Up With Gen.G

Syracuse University and Gen.G are collaborating on a multiyear partnership to enhance student engagement opportunities and support the university’s esports communications and management bachelor’s program. The partnership will feature participation in the Gen.G Practicum Abroad, which offers students the opportunity to take part in a three-week program to study in South Korea. The program will […]

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NFL and EA Sports to Host Madden NFL x HBCU Tournament

The National Football League and EA Sports will again collaborate to host the Madden NFL x HBCU Tournament, continuing their commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The tournament offers exclusive HBCU student eligibility for the Madden NFL 25 competition, with the top four finalists earning a trip to Orlando during the 2025 Pro Bowl […]

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Raleigh to Host 2025 ESL One Tournament

Raleigh, North Carolina, will host the 2025 ESL One esports tournament at the Raleigh Convention Center from April 7–13, 2025. The 12 teams competing in ESL One Raleigh include four invited teams as well as eight teams who earned their spots through regional qualifiers in Western Europe, Eastern Europe, China, the Middle East, North Africa, […]

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Raleigh to Host Two Esports Tournaments This Weekend

USA Baseball will host two major esports tournaments this weekend at the North Carolina State University Gaming and Esports Lab between the USA eBaseball Finals on October 25, while the World Baseball Softball Confederation ePremier12 opening round will take place October 26–27. Friday’s USA Finals will feature the top six players in the WBSC eBASEBALL: […]

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Rocket League World Championship
The 2024 Rocket League World Championship took place in Fort Worth, Texas, September 13–15. Photo courtesy of BLAST

England to Host 2025 Rocket League Championship Series Season Opener

Blast will have the 2025 Rocket League Championship Series Season kick off in Solihull, England, with the RLCS Major 1 Birmingham taking place from March 27–30 at the bp pulse LIVE facility. Sixteen teams from around the world will compete for the first trophy of the season in front of a live audience. The West […]

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Carolina Gaming

Carolina Gaming Partners with Carolina Royal Ravens

Carolina Gaming, an esports and gaming agency, has announced a partnership with the Carolina Royal Ravens, a franchise in the Call of Duty League. Throughout the 2024-2025 Call of Duty League season, Carolina Gaming will support the Carolina Royal Ravens with partnerships, marketing, community and brand development. As part of the collaboration, Carolina Gaming will […]

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