Revolutionizing Esports
Revolutionizing Esports
North Carolina Esports Academy
Day: July 5, 2022
This year, we had the chance to represent esports at two exciting events: the first-ever NC Sports Con and North Carolina FC’s Fan Fest. Both experiences highlighted the growing connection between traditional sports and esports—and showed how, when done right, gaming can be a powerful tool for engagement. At NC Sports Con, we hosted a
On April 12th, we had the chance to participate in the inaugural Nerdvana Expo at the Sheraton Imperial Airport Hotel. The event brought together a wide mix of card games, retro gaming, console and PC setups, and even old-school arcade machines—essentially, a full celebration of gaming culture. It was a great opportunity for us to
For a long time, I dreamed of owning an esports organization. It’s been one of my personal goals even before opening North Carolina Esports Academy. For years, I hesitated to take the leap because of the industry’s lack of profitability. But today, I’m in a position where I can confidently pursue this venture. North Carolina
The Raleigh-Durham area is well-positioned to become an esports hub, as I discussed in my January 2023 blog post. However, one issue remains: North Carolina’s public education system, particularly Wake County Public Schools, has failed to provide students with the technological foundation that corporations seek. Their attempts at addressing the issue have been ineffective, resulting
At North Carolina Esports Academy, our mission is to revolutionize esports by providing youth with enriching experiences that foster character development, technical skills, and enjoyment. Earlier this year, we collaborated with Karin Johnson, co-founder of Magic Potion Games and a seasoned developer with experience at Disney and Epic Games, to test their new game, Imagine
Earlier this year, I shared a blog post discussing the challenges of coaching youth esports teams and the steps we were taking to address them. Reflecting on the past season, I can confidently say that our efforts paid off. The commitment and dedication from both players and parents significantly improved, making it one of our
When people ask me about my role, I often find myself talking about the business, market trends, and our plans for the future. But today, I want to dive into something a little more personal: the aspects of my work that truly bring me joy. While I genuinely enjoy almost every part of what I
North Carolina Esports Academy recently had the exciting opportunity to host an E2 Weekend with Epic Games, combining education with esports in a way that aligns seamlessly with our mission. E2 Weekends are designed to offer hands-on learning experiences with a focus on game development and esports, and this event was no exception. From educator
As we progress through 2024, the esports industry seems to be treading water, with few advancements in the professional scene. While scholastic esports have made some strides, the broader industry remains stuck with many of the same challenges that have plagued it for years. To get a better grasp of the current state of esports,
North Carolina Esports Academy is dedicated to building character and life skill development through productive video gaming. The entire staff is committed to creating premier youth development experiences in order to create pathways for youth in STEM careers.
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