Video Gaming is a very large category. There are certainly some games that exist to just sink time into the story and you have certainly seen someone in your life play those types of games. However, eSports gaming is an entirely different type of game. It requires significant skill, coordination, teamwork, and communication. If you compare it to something more traditional like football, each player has an opportunity to learn the skills that you would often attribute to them, like leadership, dedication, and team cohesion. However, in an eSports League, you will see an entirely different type of student engagement and success that wouldn't often participate in traditional sports.
In addition, our Innovation Lab is more than just an eSports hub. The Innovation Lab will serve a dual purpose: to support all future innovative curriculum options while also providing our students with the best equipment for eSports gaming. Please see FAQ "How is this educational" for more information.