eSports at the Y

We are excited to launch our first-ever eSports league and tournaments! Esports is video game competition for individuals and teams. Gamers in the Y's leagues and tournaments will enjoy game play in Rocket League, Madden, Smash, Fortnite, Pokemon, NBA2K, and FIFA.

As with all YMCA leagues, YMCA eSports will encourage and promote healthy kids, families and communities by placing a priority on involvement, healthy competition rather than rivalry, the value of participation over winning, team-building as well as individual development, a positive self-image and mutual respect for others.

Questions on eSports? Contact Rodney Black, Senior Sports Director.

Middle School & High School National Esports League

MS & HS Registration

Games: Rocket League & NBA 2k

Rocket League will be 3 v 3 (players can signup and play with friends or will be assigned) NBA 2k will be played 1 v 1

Age Groups: Middle School / High School Brackets

Middle school will practice Mondays 6-7pm and play matches Wednesday 6-7pm.

High school will practice Tuesday 6-7pm and play matches Thursday 6-7pm.

Season: 8 weeks; 7 games + playoffs

Registration: January 15-March 18th , 2021

Season Begins: April 1st

Cost: $65

“The video game titles, images, photographs and graphics listed or shown are the copyright and intellectual property of each respective owner.”

Tournament Play NBA2K Tournament Rocket League Tournament

Age Groups: 8 -13 yrs, 14-18 yrs, 19+ yrs

Registration Cost: eSports Members - FREE, Non-members - $20

Tournament Schedule:

March Madness NBA 2K Championship & Rocket League Championship

Dates: March 25-28

Games: Rocket League

Registration: March 1- 18th

“The video game titles, images, photographs and graphics listed or shown are the copyright and intellectual property of each respective owner.”

Smash Game Battle & FIFA Game Battle

Dates: May 20-23

Games: FIFA

Registration: April 26th - May 13th

“The video game titles, images, photographs and graphics listed or shown are the copyright and intellectual property of each respective owner.”

NBA2k Championship & Madden Championship

Dates: July 29-August 1

Games: Madden

Registration: July 5th-22nd

“The video game titles, images, photographs and graphics listed or shown are the copyright and intellectual property of each respective owner.”

Questions regarding eSports?

Contact Rodney Black rblack@ymcadallas.org

Does the YMCA supply equipment?

All players will supply their own equipment for eSports league and tournaments. Systems can include Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PlayStation or PC.

Do I have to be a YMCA Member?

No, the league is open to anyone ages 8-18. eSports members will receive a discounted registration fee and free tournament entry fees.

Why should I support my child in their interest of gaming and eSports?

YMCA Esports is the development of values through a progressive program stressing skill development, fun, physical fitness, and friendly competition. All youth have an opportunity to play and families are encouraged to participate. Additional benefits include:

Improved hand-eye coordination
Improved attention & visual acuity
Improved basic visual processing and executive function.
Problem-solving & strategy skill development
71% of parents report gaming having net positive effects for children.
Boosts self-confidence and player socialization.
54% of gamers say gaming helps them connect with friends.
In the span of just five years, over 125 higher education institutions have created varsity collegiate Esports programs including local colleges –North Texas University, University of Texas at Dallas, University of Texas at Arlington, SMU
More than thirty U.S. colleges and universities offer scholarships for gamers.

When and where will eSports matches take place?

Players will participate from their home devices. Matches will be scheduled on a weekly basis Monday- Thursday evenings. Players that have a conflict with their scheduled match can work with opponent to reschedule match times. All players must complete match within 48 hours after scheduled match's original scheduled time.