By now, many educators know that esports is more than just playing games. But here’s the real level up – school-based teams and coaches around the nation are using esports as an ecosystem for career exploration.
Dr. Katrina Lewis, founder of the Tennessee Academic Esports League (TAEL), joins us to share how schools in her state are turn gaming into something much bigger, with real pathways into tech, media, and leadership careers.
We also talk about what it actually looks like to start an esports team (without it feeling overwhelming), and why the magic isn’t just in the games—it’s in how teams are designed. Dr. Lewis shares how getting students to rely on each other in meaningful ways can build communication skills, responsibility, and even ethical decision-making.
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Ready to press “start” on your school’s esports program? Here are 5 steps you can take toward launching an engaging and stable esports club or team at your school:
