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Students participate in esports in Marshall Gaming Lounge
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ESPORTS

Student smiles at the camera while playing Esports in Marshall University's gaming lounge

Esports, short for “electronic sports,” refers to organized competitive video gaming where individuals or teams compete against each other in various video games, often for prizes, sponsorships, or titles. These competitions can range from amateur levels to professional leagues, with tournaments that attract millions of viewers globally, both online and in-person.

Marshall University Esports competes across several collegiate titles each year and also offers casual and community gaming.

Awards

Marshall University Esports participant competes in a game
Divisional Champions
2025–26 NACE Smash Bros. Ultimate
Divisional Champions
2025–26 NACE Call of Duty
Top 8
Call of Duty back-to-back top 8 finishes in the nation

Esports at Marshall

Collegiate Competitions
A student participates in Esports in Marshall University's gaming lounge
  • Call of Duty — Modern Warfare 4
  • VALORANT
  • Rocket League
  • Marvel Rivals
  • Overwatch
  • League of Legends
  • Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
  • Splatoon 3
Casual Esports & Community Gaming
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  • Community Game Nights
  • Casual tournaments
  • Open gaming opportunities
  • Student-focused gaming events
  • Campus partnerships
  • Local community events

If you are interested in joining one of our Esports teams, contact esports@marshall.edu.