Enter the Esports Arena
Fuel your passion for gaming at NEC!
- Compete in NEC’s renovated 48-station, state-of-the-art esports arena
- Enjoy student-operated streaming and casting
- Play on Dell’s cutting-edge Alienware platform
- Join a welcoming varsity sport for gamers of all levels
- Learn from a coach who’s a nationally respected former esports competitor
- Test your skills in regional and national competitions like Valorant, Fortnite, and Overwatch.
- Share the arena with NEC’s 2024 national champions in Valorant, Madden, FIFA, and Rocket League.
Why Play at NEC?
Esports at NEC empowers you with essential life skills like leadership, communication, perseverance, and determination—the same foundational skills across all NEC varsity athletic teams. NEC’s esports program is open to all students and offers legendary opportunities to form lifelong friendships and memories.
Real-world Application of Academic Programs
As a student, esports connects you directly to Game and Digital Media Design. It also opens up exciting opportunities across other academic areas like art, writing, marketing, graphic and website design, science, and strategy. By participating in esports, you’ll gain skills beyond gaming—skills that can lead to careers in game design, digital media production, marketing, graphic and web design, creative writing, data analysis, and strategic planning. With esports, you’re not just playing games—you’re building a versatile skill set that prepares you for success in various fast-growing industries.
ECAC and NECC Memberships
Athletes compete in the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) and the National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC). NEC and its conferences hold players to higher standards of conduct and eligibility. Players can find competition in the fall and spring terms complete with playoffs and championships.
“I’m so proud of our team. Every one of our players’ contributions has been the foundation of our success.”
Dr. Josh Staley, Director of Esports
