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Indiana Brothers Receive Esports Scholarships From Manchester University

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Monday, September 11, 2023
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The brothers, one graduating early, received academic scholarships for $22,000 per year, as well as Esports scholarships for $3,000 per year.

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  • The brothers, one graduating early, received academic scholarships for $22,000 per year, as well as Esports scholarships for $3,000 per year.
  • As students of INDLS, Garrett and Gabriel were able to compete in the Indiana State Esports Network, which is a ranked competitive Esports Team and Club.
  • Now, the Armstrong brothers will continue their success in gaming at Manchester University, where they will compete in The National Association of Collegiate Esports and be on a team that has been the Champion of the Great Lakes Esports Conference for three consecutive years.
  • For more information about INDLS and its Esports program or Garrett and Gabriel’s Esports background, please contact Ken Schwartz, [email protected] .

Rivalry Launches Same-Game Parlays for Esports

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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The new product feature, which will be known as ‘Same Game Combos’ on Rivalry, is available for top League of Legends, Counter-Strike, and Dota 2 esports matches.

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  • The new product feature, which will be known as ‘Same Game Combos’ on Rivalry, is available for top League of Legends, Counter-Strike, and Dota 2 esports matches.
  • “It's important to add depth to our products and more options for our users,” said David King, Director of Product Design, Rivalry.
  • Delivering on that level of entertainment, while creating a meaningful user experience, adds material value to the Rivalry platform.”
    Same Game Combos are available immediately to all Rivalry users globally.
  • The Company intends to continue developing the product and design over time, incorporating more depth, betting markets, and new esports titles such as Valorant and more.

HyperX Welcomes Professional Valorant Caster and Content Creator Sean Gares as HyperX Ambassador

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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HyperX , the gaming peripherals team at HP Inc. and brand leader in gaming and esports, today announced the signing of Sean Gares as a HyperX ambassador.

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  • HyperX , the gaming peripherals team at HP Inc. and brand leader in gaming and esports, today announced the signing of Sean Gares as a HyperX ambassador.
  • Joining the HyperX family, Gares brings extensive experience to the HyperX community as a professional player, caster and well-known content creator, making him an ideal candidate to collaborate with HyperX and provide unique content for gamers and fans alike.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230724475815/en/
    HyperX Welcomes Professional Valorant Caster and Content Creator Sean Gares as HyperX Ambassador (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Having previously played for renowned esports organizations such as Cloud 9 and Echo Fox, Gares' deep-rooted knowledge of competitive gaming enables him to create highly engaging and informative content.
  • Throughout my career as a player, and even now as a content creator, I've preferred using HyperX keyboards and headphones,” said Sean Gares, gamer, content creator and HyperX ambassador.

Dplus KIA Enters Official Web3 Partnership with Dplus Arena, the Leading Esports Platform

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Friday, July 14, 2023
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Seoul, South Korea, July 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dplus KIA, a distinguished Esports organization, and Dplus Arena, the prominent Web3 Esports platform, are thrilled to announce their official Web3 partnership.

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  • Seoul, South Korea, July 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dplus KIA, a distinguished Esports organization, and Dplus Arena, the prominent Web3 Esports platform, are thrilled to announce their official Web3 partnership.
  • Dplus Arena is a cutting-edge Web3 platform that caters to blockchain-based Esports fans and gamers.
  • Through this partnership, Dplus KIA and Dplus Arena are poised to embark on various exciting projects in multiple fields, with Web3 at the forefront.
  • Esports enthusiasts can engage with these offerings on Dplus Arena's Web3 platform, enabling a more immersive and interactive experience.

Manchester City announces collaboration with global esports organization Gen.G

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Monday, June 19, 2023
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The collaboration will see Manchester City work with Gen.G to create new content for fans and host events around the globe.

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  • The collaboration will see Manchester City work with Gen.G to create new content for fans and host events around the globe.
  • LOS ANGELES, June 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Treble winners, Manchester City has today announced a new collaboration with world-leading global esports organization, Gen.G.
  • Formed in 2017, Gen.G fields nine top-level esports teams across titles including League of Legends, Valorant and Overwatch.
  • Manchester City are the current Premier League Champions, winning the title consecutively over the last three seasons.

Jack in the Box Announces Full-Time Head Twitch Creator Known as GAMER JACK

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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Jack in the Box, Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) recently announced their search for a permanent Gamer Jack has officially come to a close.

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  • Jack in the Box, Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) recently announced their search for a permanent Gamer Jack has officially come to a close.
  • The brand hired 22 year-old Twitch streamer Kodie Turner after an especially unique job posting was shared by Jack in the Box last fall.
  • Kodie, an up-and-coming Gen-Z gamer, will serve as the fast food chain’s first-ever full-time Twitch Creator and will look to foster a Jack in the Box community online.
  • For more information on Gamer Jack or Jack in the Box, visit www.jackinthebox.com .

FAZE CLAN SIGNS ORGANIZATION'S FIRST ALL FEMALE PROFESSIONAL ESPORTS TEAM

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, FaZe Clan Inc. ("FaZe Clan"), the lifestyle and media platform rooted in gaming and youth culture, announced a ground-breaking moment for FaZe and the gaming industry: the signing of FaZe's first all-female professional esports team. The new team, which will compete under FaZe's VALORANT banner is comprised of pro players Jennifer "refinnej" Le, Emma "emy" Choe,  Vannesa Emely "panini" Emory, Madison "maddiesuun" Mann, and Diane "di^" Tran.

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  • INTRODUCING FAZE'S NEW FEMALE VALORANT ROSTER: FAZE REFINNEJ, FAZE EMY, FAZE PANINI,  FAZE MADDIESUUN AND FAZE DI^
    LOS ANGELES, March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, FaZe Clan Inc. ("FaZe Clan"), the lifestyle and media platform rooted in gaming and youth culture, announced a ground-breaking moment for FaZe and the gaming industry: the signing of FaZe's first all-female professional esports team.
  • "It's been a long time coming but we're stoked to officially announce bringing on our first all female esports pro team for VALORANT," said Erik Anderson, Head of Esports at FaZe Clan.
  • Before joining FaZe Clan, the women played together on various pro teams throughout the years, making the new FaZe Clan female VALORANT team an exciting reunion.
  • Madison " FaZe maddiesuun" Mann is joining the FaZe Clan female VALORANT roster as the team's skilled Duelist Agent.

Pole To Win Launches North American Valorant Esports Team, OR Esports

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PTW announced today that they have added a second Esports team to their growing roster of winning teams. Their new team, formerly known as Stealing Lunch Money, will now be known as OR Esports and consists of Jonard Penaflor, Dayton Akau, Vincent Nguyen, Chase Linder, and Elijah Hawkins. The team is currently ranked 10th  in North America for Valorant on PC.

Key Points: 
  • Games industry leader PTW launches a Valorant-focused PC Esports team, adding to their global roster of winning teams.
  • The team is currently ranked 10th in North America for Valorant on PC.
  • PTW saw early success in Esports with their PubG Mobile team, OR Esports, based in India.
  • You may have caught OR Esports's Valorant team playing in the Challengers League: North America portion of the Valorant Champions Tour, Riot's official 2023 tournament circuit.

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023
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XSET Appoints Jacob Arce as New Head of Esports

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Thursday, January 12, 2023
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BOSTON, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- XSET, the world's fastest-growing gaming lifestyle organization, announced that their Operations Manager Jacob Arce will be assuming a new role as Head of Esports. This announcement comes shortly after the announcement of new hire, David Luce, as Chief Content Officer.

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  • BOSTON, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- XSET, the world's fastest-growing gaming lifestyle organization, announced that their Operations Manager Jacob Arce will be assuming a new role as Head of Esports.
  • Arce has over a decade of experience in the esports industry and 12 AAA game titles under his belt, including Valorant, Fortnite, Gears of War, Call of Duty, and more.
  • Prior to joining XSET as their Operations Manager, Arce helped build the Ghost Gaming organization, serving as their Co-General Manager.
  • Arce's vast experience in team management, esports casting, and building brands in gaming makes him the perfect fit for Head of Esports at XSET.