“You’ll never make any money playing a video game.” A phrase many gamers have heard, but today this isn’t necessarily accurate. With gamers pursuing professional careers and winning international competitions, universities are adapting.

GCU Esports

Grand Canyon University hosts GCU Esports, helping students launch competitive gaming careers. Embracing the surging interest in esports, GCU Esports offers real experience on the competitive stage and fosters connections between gamers of all skill levels.

The program fields teams in Overwatch, League of Legends, VALORANT, Rocket League, and Smash Ultimate. Weekly Smash tournaments each Friday foster friendly competition and teamwork among current students.

GCU Esports — competitive Christian gaming at Grand Canyon University.
Grand Canyon University students on campus
Grand Canyon University — one of the largest Christian universities in the world.

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