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Michigan State Promoting The Growth Of Esports
Michigan is rapidly becoming a key center for eSports, with institutions like Michigan State University (MSU) playing a crucial role. MSU’s eSports program, launched in 2023–24, has achieved significant success in national competitions, such as Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Rocket League, and Valorant. Beyond competitive gaming, MSU’s program promotes student engagement, career development, and technological…
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Play With Purpose: A Heartwarming Partnership
ESTA AND EXTRA LIFE’S MISSION FOR LURIE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL In a world where the power of play can transform lives, the Esports Trade Association (ESTA) stands as a beacon of hope and joy for children facing health challenges. Since 2022, ESTA has partnered with the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, bringing…
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Kidas Receives Esports Trade Association’s Sustainable Esports Initiative Award
Award Acknowledges Organizations Making Significant Strides in Social Responsibility and Inclusivity PHILADELPHIA, July 09, 2024 – Kidas (“the Company”), a technology company developing AI-powered text and voice communication tools to protect online users from toxicity, cyberbullying and other predatory behavior, announced today that it has been named the winner of the Esports Trade Association’s (ESTA) Sustainable Esports…
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Esports Trade Association Honors Visionaries at the 2024 Esports Industry Awards
CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2024 — The Esports Trade Association (ESTA) has crowned the champions of innovation and excellence at the 2024 Esports Industry Awards, held during the EsportsNext 2024 Sneaker Soiree Industry Appreciation Reception in Chicago, IL. This exclusive event celebrated the luminaries who are driving the future of esports with groundbreaking…
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Esports Trade Association Pledges Support for Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Through Gaming
ESTA Targets $25,000 to Enhance Pediatric Healthcare at Lurie Children’s Hospital Following EsportsNext 2024 CHICAGO, May 2, 2024 –The Esports Trade Association (ESTA) is proud to announce a special initiative to play games and raise funds for the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. Following the conclusion of EsportsNext 2024, scheduled for July…
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Esports Trade Association (ESTA) Announces EsportsNext 2024 presented by Coca-Cola
A Three-Day Conference Featuring Industry Leaders, Innovative Panels, and Exclusive Networking Opportunities CHICAGO, March 14, 2024 – The Esports Trade Association (ESTA) is thrilled to announce that EsportsNext 2024, presented by Coca-Cola, is set for July 7-9 in Chicago. The event kicks off with a unique NASCAR Chicago Street Race viewing experience, followed by…
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Meet The Members of ESTA
Member Spotlight: John Smith-Howell
How did you get started in esports? I stumbled across an internet cafe` when I was 13 years old, I was curious to see what it was all about so decided to go in and take a look. I was introduced to a game called Counter-Strike. I had never previously gamed on a PC before…
Member Spotlight: Derek Topolski
How did you get started in esports? I got started in esports around 2001 with a game called Counter-Strike. I grew up in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area playing traditional sports throughout my childhood up until I was a senior in high school. However, my true passion was going to LAN centers and competing in tournaments…
Member Spotlight: Nathan Larrivee
How did you get started in esports? I started following eSports the summer of 2017 when Fortnite came out. I was introduced to the Twitch platform through Fortnite and enjoyed watching some of the best players and creators play the game. The Fortnite World Cup was the event that really changed my mind about eSports.…