eSports

Video games and esports are seeing an unexpected boom as many people are confined to their homes. Similarly, student organizations focused on gaming are staying connected in ways that other clubs can’t.

Cloud9 has lost six straight LCS final until now. The team finally ended their title drought on April 19 in the 2020 Spring Split grand final, beating FlyQuest 3-0. The LCS trophy is the cherry on top of its dominant regular season.

The debate over whether esports are “real sports” has been ongoing for years. But no one ever asked: what if esports are the only sports?

As of April 7th, the remainder of the 2020 College League of Legends season has been canceled due to concerns over COVID-19.

The College League of Legends Season is now postponed due to concerns over COVID-19, per an announcement by the Riot Scholastic Association of America (RSAA).

Revenge for the Bears’ defeat in the finals of the PAC-E Invitational last year and a recent regular season loss was the cherry on top of the title.

Cal League of Legends suffered its first loss in week four, scoring 0-2 against Arizona State and setting the Bears’ overall record at 3-1.

“Guardians fight, and they fight together, and this group is ready to get out there,” said Hunter Leigh, head of esports.

A new year always brings tough adjustments for college teams in any sport; with players rotating out on a four-year basis, it can be hard to predict success. For Cal League of Legends, this year’s changes have been positive so far.

Fans might enjoy the show, or they might not, but it is increasingly clear that players have their own concerns as well.