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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

Interviews Spotlights

Senior Spotlight: President Jasmine Graves

Graves discusses her journey with the club, its future, and the impact OU Esports has had personally -- and on campus. The OU Esports Club began in fall 2017, and so did Jasmine’s journey at…

Derek SnowFebruary 22, 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

Author's Opinions Spotlights

Letter from the Editor: The Endless Worlds Ahead

I found myself in the role of News & Media Director. I was newly minted in a position with only a few folks guiding me and no one else writing for the site. I had…

Derek SnowDecember 17, 2020

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

Charity Current Event Event Coverage Spotlights

(FINAL) OU Esports Club & Gamers of OSU Program the 3rd Annual Bedlam on Nov 14 & 15, 2020!

DISCLAIMER: Before we start this article please be aware that it is in active development and some variables may change. We will do our best to keep the timestamp current to any changes as well…

Mike AguilarNovember 11, 2020

Charity Current Event Event Coverage Spotlights

(FINAL) OU Esports Club & Longhorn Gaming Program the 2nd Annual Red River Clash on Nov 7 & 8, 2020!

DISCLAIMER: Before we start this article please be aware that it is in active development and some variables may change. We will do our best to keep the timestamp current to any changes as well…

Mike AguilarOctober 29, 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

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

Event Coverage Fund Raising Spotlights

OU Esports Hosts A Community Game Day FTW

On September 12th, the OU Esports Club played games together from home. If this doesn’t seem noteworthy at first glance, think again. Video By : Brandon Faz VillarrealInstead of practicing for upcoming matches, OU Esports…

Michela ThompsonOctober 6, 2020

News Spotlights

OU FIT & REC + OU ESPORTS CLUB = GAME ON!

OU Fitness & Recreation has provided inclusive programming for the entire OU population for years. As a response to COVID and evolving into a full virtual state in March 2020 they ramped up new programming…

Mike AguilarSeptember 14, 2020

Charity Event Coverage Fund Raising Spotlights

The OU Esports Club & GetRECt Raise $2000 for Make-A-Wish Oklahoma! – Sponsored by HyperX

The OU Esports Club has always had a focus on philanthropy and raising awareness for our own communities. Our Community Outreach Director, Kara Brightwell, is an amazing personification of this energy. She was able to…

Mike AguilarJuly 31, 2020

Event Coverage Spotlights Student Programming

2020 Summer Community Programming! (In Progress)

*DOCUMENT UPDATED: June 16, 2020 @ 1130PM* Just because we're in summer sessions doesn't mean we aren't still active! Below is a preview and guide to our summer calendar of events. We are looking to…

Mike AguilarJune 9, 2020

Author's Opinions Event Coverage Spotlights

Virtual Events By Gamers For Everyone – Gamerjibe Esports Career Fest

WHEN: May 18, 2020 - May 22, 2020 TIME: Look at the link below for daily agenda/schedule WHERE: www.gamerjibe.com HOW DO I SIGN UP? Sign up through the LinkedIn event page below. (LINK BELOW) WHO…

Mike AguilarMay 4, 2020

Event Coverage News Spotlights Student Programming

Hello! We are The OU Esports Club! – Spring 2020 Edition

HELLO EVERYONE!!! It's time for us to reintroduce ourselves and give a snapshot of our mission, vision, and current state as the world around us has changed. This is a lot of content to go…

Mike AguilarApril 24, 2020

Current Event Event Coverage News Our Teams Spotlights

The World Has Changed! So Have We! Take a Look!

HELLO EVERYONE!!! While the world around us has changed dramatically in the past weeks, the majority of our focus and purpose has not. With the conversion to an online only campus, we are further ramping…

Mike AguilarMarch 29, 2020

Current Event News Spotlights

NHL Starts their Dive into Esports

Another pro sports league ups their involvement with the esports world.If you're at all familiar with the pro-sports scene, you know that the NHL All-Star Game happened this weekend, January 25th, at the Enterprise Center…

Bailey BrownJanuary 31, 2020

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OU Edges Out OSU 3-1 in 2019 Esports Bedlam

Video produced by creative team member Zachary Satz two weeks ago in the second annual 2019 Esports Bedlam event. Of four games, OU Esports overtook Gamers of OSU in three of them. This years Ebedlam…

Derek SnowDecember 6, 2019

Charity Event Coverage Fund Raising Spotlights

(Fall 2019) OU Esports Extra Life Charity Event Raises $1,712

$1700 for Extra Life, a charity organization that helps fund children's hospitals. The event, "Sooner Extra Life," consisted of two parts: a 24 Twitch stream and an event held at the Tom Love Innovation Hub.…

Derek SnowNovember 8, 2019

Spotlights

BREAKING: OU Esports Announces Solidus Scholarships Starting in 2021

Senior Spotlight: President Jasmine Graves

BREAKING: Equinox Signs Tex, Unveils NOX Performance Academy

Letter from the Editor: The Endless Worlds Ahead

EXCLUSIVE – Equinox Esports Facility Tour, Equinox Acquires Smashcade

(FINAL) OU Esports Club & Gamers of OSU Program the 3rd Annual Bedlam on Nov 14 & 15, 2020!

(FINAL) OU Esports Club & Longhorn Gaming Program the 2nd Annual Red River Clash on Nov 7 & 8, 2020!

Equinox Esports Signs Valorant Team China Nguyen

“Equinox Esports” Debuts in OKC!

OU Endorses Esports, Names Mike Aguilar Director of Esports

OU Esports Hosts A Community Game Day FTW

OU FIT & REC + OU ESPORTS CLUB = GAME ON!

The OU Esports Club & GetRECt Raise $2000 for Make-A-Wish Oklahoma! – Sponsored by HyperX

2020 Summer Community Programming! (In Progress)

Virtual Events By Gamers For Everyone – Gamerjibe Esports Career Fest

Hello! We are The OU Esports Club! – Spring 2020 Edition

The World Has Changed! So Have We! Take a Look!

NHL Starts their Dive into Esports

OU Edges Out OSU 3-1 in 2019 Esports Bedlam

(Fall 2019) OU Esports Extra Life Charity Event Raises $1,712

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