Garrett Pierman Garrett Pierman

Are Esports Taking Over College Sports?

…some high schools and colleges are starting to treat Esports as sports or activities- they’re offering staff to guide students, spaces/times in which to organize practices and tournaments, and, in some cases, funding that even includes college scholarships for esports.

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Culture Kiesha Culture Kiesha

Ellie's Harassment and Exit From Overwatch Contenders Highlights Toxicity Toward Women in Competitive eSports

Just before Christmas, Ellie was signed to Overwatch minor leagues, Overwatch Contenders with Second Wind. After receiving threats of doxxing, Ellie stepped down from the league after only 11 days.

On December 21, a professional female gamer, Ellie, tried out for Overwatch Contenders and made the league. Three days later, Ellie tweeted “screenshots that had been passed to her showing a coordinated effort in a Discord room to doxx her.”

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