December 7th, 2024 by WCBC Radio Frostburg State University’s Red Rocket League eSports team recently recorded back-to-back divisional championships, this time defeating Babson College in the grand final. FSU Red has only lost one series and is currently on an 18 series win streak, winning 58 of their 74 games during that stretch. The FSU Red Rocket League team includes team captain John Lutzteam (JLutz), Thomas Rafferty (Miilynx) and new member Aom Bauman (Aommelett). In the group stage, where they played six matches against other colleges in best of 5s, FSU Red swept each of their first three opponents 3-0 in and then won all their other group stage matches, two of which went to a decisive game 5. FSU Red finished the group stage in first place with a 6-0 series record, only losing 5 out of 23 games played. During the playoffs, the matches changed to a best of seven. In the quarterfinals, FSU Red took on the fourth-place team from the other divisional group, Hesston College, that they swept 4-0, outscoring them 23 goals to 7. FSU Red then moved onto the semifinals, where they faced Kent State University. FSU Red played their best series of the year, winning in another 4-0 sweep, and advancing to the championship. Heading into the divisional grand final, FSU Red met another familiar opponent – Babson College. FSU Red won the first three games of the best of 7 to lead 3-0. The next two games would be Babson’s, leaving the series 3-2 in favor of FSU. In game 6, FSU equalized the game 1-1 with two minutes left. Miilynx and Aommelett found an opportunity to pinch the ball at 100 mph straight into the Babson net with just over 90 seconds to play. FSU scored two more goals to win their second divisional championship in as many semesters. “I’m graduating this semester, so we wanted to end on a high note with a second title,” said FSU Red’s team captain John Lutz. “I’m just so proud of the boys for getting the job done. I thought it was funny that they were probably seeking the same revenge arc as we did last semester, but we were not going to let that play out for Babson.” Lutz was referring to redeeming their only series loss in last semester’s grand final. Visit https://www.twitch.tv/the_bouldr/clip/LongSourBibimbapHeyGirl-EAL_udjdM6Mt_eni to view a clip of FSU Red’s win. Situated in the mountains of Allegany County, Frostburg State University is one of the 12 institutions of the University System of Maryland. FSU is a comprehensive, residential regional university and serves as an educational and cultural center for Western Maryland. For more information, visit www.frostburg.edu or facebook.com/frostburgstateuniversity. Follow FSU on X @frostburgstate.

FSU's Red Rocket League eSports Team Remains Undefeated Once More

December 7th, 2024 by WCBC Radio The Red Rocket League eSports team from Frostburg State University recently clinched consecutive divisional championships, triumphing over Babson College in the final match. FSU Red has suffered only one defeat in a series and is currently riding an 18 series winning streak, having secured 58 victories out of 74 […]

December 7th, 2024 by WCBC Radio

The Red Rocket League eSports team from Frostburg State University recently clinched consecutive divisional championships, triumphing over Babson College in the final match. FSU Red has suffered only one defeat in a series and is currently riding an 18 series winning streak, having secured 58 victories out of 74 games within that span.

The roster for the FSU Red Rocket League team features team captain John Lutz (JLutz), Thomas Rafferty (Miilynx), and newcomer Aom Bauman (Aommelett). During the group stage, where they engaged in six matches against other colleges in a best of 5 format, FSU Red dominated their first three adversaries with 3-0 sweeps and went on to win all their remaining group stage matches, two of which required a decisive game 5. FSU Red wrapped up the group stage in the top position with a flawless 6-0 series record, conceding only 5 out of 23 games played.

In the playoff rounds, the format shifted to best of seven matches. During the quarterfinals, FSU Red went up against Hesston College, the fourth-place team from the alternative divisional group, whom they swept 4-0, outscoring them with 23 goals to 7. FSU Red advanced to the semifinals, where they battled Kent State University. They showcased their best performance of the season, again winning with a 4-0 sweep, securing their place in the championship.

As they approached the divisional grand final, FSU Red faced a familiar foe – Babson College. FSU Red claimed victory in the first three games of the best of 7, leading 3-0. The next two games went to Babson, bringing the series to 3-2 in favor of FSU. In game 6, FSU equalized the score to 1-1 with two minutes remaining. Miilynx and Aommelett seized the moment to smash the ball at 100 mph directly into the Babson net with just over 90 seconds left on the clock. FSU added two more goals to secure their second divisional championship in consecutive semesters.

“I’m graduating this semester, so we aimed to finish on a high with a second title,” stated FSU Red’s team captain John Lutz. “I’m incredibly proud of the guys for accomplishing this. I found it amusing that they were likely pursuing the same redemption story as we did last semester, but we weren’t going to let that happen for Babson.” Lutz referred to avenging their only series defeat in the previous semester’s grand final.

Check out https://www.twitch.tv/the_bouldr/clip/LongSourBibimbapHeyGirl-EAL_udjdM6Mt_eni for a clip showcasing FSU Red’s victory.

Located in the mountainous region of Allegany County, Frostburg State University is one of the 12 schools within the University System of Maryland. FSU functions as a comprehensive, residential regional university and serves as a hub for education and culture in Western Maryland. For additional details, visit www.frostburg.edu or facebook.com/frostburgstateuniversity. Follow FSU on X @frostburgstate.