Canyon Athletic Association E Sports League CAA Esports

Canyon Athletic Association E Sports League

CAA Esports League Presentation Provided By Maury Samilton Founder of Mo. Energee Youth Foundation “Coach Mo” George Henderson Founder OC 8 Gaming

ESPORTS Electronic Sports • Esports officially stands for electronic sports, not to be confused with videogames. • It’s much more that. • What sets it apart is the level of organized competitive gameplay between teams and its own strict set of rules and guidelines. • Esports is about teamwork, communication, strategic thinking and leadership.

Offering of Games for League Play League of Legends Rocket League Smite The first game titles that are considered for published by Riot Games, Psyonix and Hi-Rez respectively

League Structure • During the regular season, players will login on the gaming platform directly from their school campus to compete against schools affiliated with the league. • Schools will compete from their respected campuses there is no travel costs occurred for league play. • This is a competitive interscholastic activity with no travel required. • The Gaming Season State Championship will be held at a neutral site.

ESPORTS Coaching Staff Qualifications • Each school is required to have an Esports coach who is onsite for all matches. • Any interested faculty member at school can be a coach for the Esports Program

Number of Players on the Team • Each school can have an unlimited number of players on their team. • However, a starting roster for League of Legends and Smite consists of Five players. • Rocket League rosters consist of Three players

Eligible Participants Students who are incoming freshmen or currently enrolled in high school are eligible to participate on a high school team and compete for the State Championship

Required Equipment for Competition • Each player needs the following equipment for competition: • One Computer/Laptop • One set of peripherals (mouse and mouse pad, keyboard, headset, monitor). • Students can use their own or schools could provide these. • Jerseys are optional but recommended.

Spectator Participation • Schools can livestream their matches on their own channels. • Organization for broadcasting of the State Championships and Club Finals taking place at The Grid Cyber Lounge in Tempe Arizona • Broadcasting channels will be announced ahead of the postseason.

The Gaming Season • The High School Inaugural Season is divided between a regular season and playoffs. • The Seasons will run Fall and Spring • Matches will be played weekly. • Each school will compete in a single elimination bracket. • The top two top teams will compete for the state title at a live state Championship event. • Competition schedules will be released ahead of the season. • The Jr High School will operate as school clubs and compete amongst each other ending in club finals.

How Can Your School Participate • All Schools would have to comply with the Canyon Athletic Association league requirements per participating schools. • Fees that will apply will consist of a team fee and player fee per season. • Those schools that wish to learn more about fundraising and sponsorship can speak to the; • Gaming Director: Mosamilton@gmail. com