EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — The University of Evansville’s Aces Esports “Overwatch” team has made program history by qualifying for the National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) National Championship for the very first time.
The achievement marks a monumental milestone for the Aces Esports program, which has rapidly risen through the ranks to earn national recognition.
“This is more than just a win for our Overwatch team, it’s a win for our entire program and school community,” said Samuel Henderson, Head Coach of Aces Esports. “To reach the national stage in only our second year speaks volumes about the dedication and passion of our players.”
The team’s journey to the NECC National Championship included a hard-fought playoff run against some of the top collegiate programs in the nation including Valpo, UI-Springfield, University of Akron, University of Mississippi, and Illinois State University.
The National Championship match will be held Friday in the Esports Center at 7:00 p.m. against Fort Lewis, where the Aces will look to bring home their first national title.
You can learn more about UE’s Esports Center at evansville.edu.