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Red Bull Campus Clutch Comes to Oklahoma

by Red Bull aims to support university students and elevate them at the worldwide stage.Riot Games’s hit new shooter, Valorant, gets its biggest collegiate tournament yet. Although Valorant is one of the newest esports titles…

Derek SnowApril 1, 2021

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Ludwig’s Never Ending Stream

Many people wish that they were a big streamer. I mean, it’s the dream right? Playing video games for money and engaging with a fun and lively community. Many have even heard and been interested…

Silas BalesMarch 23, 2021

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The Rising Valorant Scene

The Valorant Esports scene is bigger and better than ever. With the constant support from the developers on this title and the push for a new, big esports scene, Valorant has filled a void that…

Silas BalesMarch 16, 2021

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OKC Police Athletic League Esports

Including information on the OKC PAL Spring 2021 Fundraiser below!When people typically think of school sports, they will think of traditional sports like football, basketball, or soccer. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit the U.S. in…

Cooper MarshallMarch 9, 2021

Author's Opinions News

The Treatment of Women in Gaming

If there’s one stereotypical quality any non-gamer would assume of the gaming community in general, it’s misogyny. While this stereotype obviously isn’t true of all gamers, or even most gamers, we would be doing a…

Emily LandMarch 5, 2021

Current Event News Oklahoma News Spotlights

BREAKING: OU Esports Announces Solidus Scholarships Starting in 2021

The University of Oklahoma will be offering scholarships for students “as soon as Spring 2021” according to a press release from the university. The press release, originally drafted by Sooner Esports’s own Michela Thompson, posted today…

Derek SnowMarch 3, 2021

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Pokemon Week

This week is Pokémon Week, where fans of the world’s largest entertainment franchise gather together to celebrate. This year is Pokémon’s 25th anniversary, and the excitement is at an all-time high. Besides the already confirmed…

Silas BalesFebruary 23, 2021

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The Horizon of Gaming

For those coming back from the break, settling back into the swing of things, and getting to the grind of everyday life, you may find yourself looking for some new games to play. While the…

Silas BalesFebruary 9, 2021

Current Event News Oklahoma News Spotlights

BREAKING: Equinox Signs Tex, Unveils NOX Performance Academy

are the two big announcements out of Equinox Esports today -- not even mentioning a first stage and an upcoming panel including OU's Mike Aguilar. Equinox Esports, the multi-million dollar start-up in the heart of…

Derek SnowJanuary 27, 2021

Current Event News Oklahoma News Spotlights

EXCLUSIVE – Equinox Esports Facility Tour, Equinox Acquires Smashcade

In an exclusive tour (including interviews) of the Equinox facilities, OU Esports is excited to bring you a video produced by exiting Media Lead Stingray Schuller! As seen in a previous tweet by Equinox, the…

Derek SnowDecember 5, 2020

Current Event News Oklahoma News

Equinox Esports Sets Sights on First Strike Tournament

takes aim at the Riot Games-sponsored tournament, First Strike. The First Strike regional finals will accept 8 teams, and Equinox is looking to be among them. Equinox Esports, the organization that signed team China Nguyen,…

Derek SnowNovember 12, 2020

Event Coverage News

OU Esports Competes at Inaugural Southern Esports Invitational

Over thirty teams from across the Southern United States competed in the Southern Esports Invitational inaugural tournament this year. Southern Esports Invitational stated that their goal was “to embolden the Southern US' presence in esports..."…

Michela ThompsonNovember 11, 2020

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Pokémon Sword and Shield: The Crown Tundra

This past week saw the release of the 2nd and likely final expansion set for Pokémon Sword and Shield: The Crown Tundra. With this expansion set, players are given the chance to adventure once again…

Silas BalesNovember 3, 2020

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Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 Rundown

There are only a few short weeks to go until the launch of the highly anticipated Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 consoles. Recently, there have been rumors buzzing about the specs, pricing, and more…

Matthew HurtOctober 23, 2020

Current Event News Oklahoma News Spotlights

Equinox Esports Signs Valorant Team China Nguyen

was the hashtag listed on the twitter page of China Nguyen, hinting at their recent signing. Now, the wait is over for China Nguyen fans as they are announced to be Equinox's first team. The…

Derek SnowOctober 14, 2020

Current Event News Oklahoma News Spotlights

“Equinox Esports” Debuts in OKC!

We're beyond excited to see energies in our state elevate. Today, Equinox Esports reveals itself formally and sets the stage for exciting news to come. As we develop and establish pipelines in multiple topics within…

Derek SnowOctober 12, 2020

Author's Opinions News

Scalping and the new RTX Cards

For me, "scalping" is a term that draws a picture of fantasy violence of those who would raid other countries and towns for conquest that one would read about in a medieval fantasy novel. This…

Matthew HurtOctober 9, 2020

News Spotlights

OU Endorses Esports, Names Mike Aguilar Director of Esports

has created a Director of Esports and Co-Curricular Innovation role and appointed Mike “Moog” Aguilar, Lead Advisor for the OU Esports Club, to the position. This makes OU the first Big 12 University to fully…

Derek SnowOctober 7, 2020

Current Event News

Among Us and the Community

games can offer us a brief respite and a better sense of community with each other. Sometimes, that community can be found in the oddest places. Gaming has always had a difficult relationship with the…

Silas BalesOctober 5, 2020

Author's Opinions News

What Guild Esports Listing on the London Stock Exchange Means for Esports

Growth is happening an explosive pace for the industry, due to the content being free to access online via YouTube or Twitch and its inherent accessibility. Anybody at any age can get involved in these…

Michela ThompsonSeptember 23, 2020

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Red Bull Campus Clutch Comes to Oklahoma

Ludwig’s Never Ending Stream

The Rising Valorant Scene

OKC Police Athletic League Esports

The Treatment of Women in Gaming

BREAKING: OU Esports Announces Solidus Scholarships Starting in 2021

Pokemon Week

The Horizon of Gaming

BREAKING: Equinox Signs Tex, Unveils NOX Performance Academy

EXCLUSIVE – Equinox Esports Facility Tour, Equinox Acquires Smashcade

Equinox Esports Sets Sights on First Strike Tournament

OU Esports Competes at Inaugural Southern Esports Invitational

Pokémon Sword and Shield: The Crown Tundra

Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 Rundown

Equinox Esports Signs Valorant Team China Nguyen

“Equinox Esports” Debuts in OKC!

Scalping and the new RTX Cards

OU Endorses Esports, Names Mike Aguilar Director of Esports

Among Us and the Community

What Guild Esports Listing on the London Stock Exchange Means for Esports

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