FAQs
There’s a lot! You get access to top of the line gaming equipment, our coaching staff will elevate you to new heights, and finally we strive to create a positive environment within all of our teams.
There are some scholarships available for our Varsity players. Scholarships are awarded based on anticipated play time, and leadership qualities
Currently we participate in Overwatch 2, Valorant, Rocket League, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Call of Duty. If you have any suggestions/requests for other games to be added to our lineup, please fill out this form.
You can view all of our games over on our Twitch Channel, and all of our VODS from past seasons on our Youtube Channel.
While we don’t have hard and fast rank requirements the following are some general guidelines to play on the Varsity teams.
- Valorant: Minimum Rank: Platinum
- Overwatch: Minimum Rank: Platinum
- Rocket League: Minimum Rank: Champion
- SSBU: Elite Smash
- Call of Duty: Gold
In order to join the ISU Esports team you’ll need to join one of our open plays that are scheduled throughout the semester. Please email esports@isu.edu to ask when the next open play is. Please also fill out an application under the “Recruit” tab.
Our players are required to be in the facility a minimum of three days for an average of 10-15 hours a week. You must be a full time student (12 credits) in good academic standing (minimum 2.0 GPA).
Our new state-of-the-art Direct Communications Arena is located on the second floor of the Pond Student Union Building between Chick-Fil-A and the Lemhi Dining Room.
Currently the facility is not open to the general student body. If you’re interested in hosting a game night please contact esports@isu.edu. We do have plans to open up the facility once we move into our new space and will share those details once we can!