Now Recruiting for the 2024-2025 Season!

WSCO is a proud member of the National Junior College Athletics Association (NJCAA). As a member of the team, you’ll have the opportunity to compete against other colleges and universities in official tournaments, leagues, and events, proving that you’re among the best of the best. You’ll also be part of a community of passionate gamers who excel in competitive esports while promoting teamwork, integrity, and academic success.

WSCO Esports Games

iRacing is a thrilling on-line experience that offers: An on-line racing simulation and service in the world with brilliant features and functionality. Head-to-head competition – racing against real people.

Overwatch is a multiplayer, first-person shooter (FPS) video game franchise developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment. The game is set in a future where a task force called "Overwatch" is created to fight a conflict between robots and humanity.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is a fighting game for the Nintendo Switch where players compete to knock each other off a stage.

Mario Kart is a go-kart racing video game series where players compete as characters from the Mario franchise. Players can use driving techniques like drifting, slipstreaming, and rocket starts, and collect power-ups from item boxes to gain advantages or hinder opponents.

Valorant is a free-to-play, first-person shooter (FPS) game developed and published by Riot Games. It's set in the near future on Earth, which has been impacted by a mysterious global event called First Light, as well as advancements in technology and the discovery of radianite.

WSCO Esports Eligibility Requirements

Students interested in joining the Esports team at Washington State must:

Be a Full-Time, Part-Time, or College Credit Plus (CCP) student enrolled at WSCO
Have and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0

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BENEFITS OF JOINING ESPORTS

Play Athletics at the College Level

You can earn your Associate’s degree AND compete in collegiate Esports here at WSCO! We are a part of the NJCAA and students have the opportunity to play games like Overwatch, Valorant, Rocket League, and many more against other Junior College teams from all over the US.

Skill Development Beyond Gameplay

Collegiate Esports provide an excellent platform to enhance skills such as teamwork, communication, problem solving, and critical thinking. Players learn to collaborate effectively with teammates, strategize, and adapt to dynamic game situations.

Networking Opportunities both on campus and outside campus

Esports is a great way to meet friends! By participating in Esports, students can meet friends on campus as well as connect with industry professionals and potential employers. These connections can lead to internships, job opportunities, and valuable, real-world career opportunities.

Personal Growth and Job Transferable Skills

Esports programs foster personal development, boosting self-esteem, leadership abilities, and time-management skills. Students gain confidence as they compete, manage their schedules, and balance academics with competitive video gaming.

STEAM and Career Exploration

Beyond gameplay, college Esports teams and clubs can offer opportunities to explore video editing, graphic design, broadcasting, marketing, and event planning. Students can delve into creative aspects related to Esports and gain practical experience.

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