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The Importance of Community in Esports & Gaming, a Tribute to Drake “Dr. Ake” Brooks

Baby Moog, circa 1987 in West Germany with my Whiz Kid. When I first sat down to research and develop gaming and esports community structure at OU in Fall 2016, no matter what I did my own experiences always kept me focused on the importance…

Mike "Moog" AguilarMay 10, 2022

Spotlights

Student Spotlight: Zachary Satz

The Graduating Marketing DirectorFor Zach Satz, the Marketing Director for OU Esports and a senior art, technology and culture major in the College of Fine Arts, his experiences in OU Esports goes far beyond just gaming. Satz found his love for Esports in his final…

Rae MachadoApril 13, 2022

Spotlights Student Programming

Solidus Scholarship Awardees – The First Class

Forest Dayne “Solidus” Sharp was a huge influence in the gaming community at OU, in Norman and across the state of Oklahoma. He is largely recognized as the primary founding energy behind one of Oklahoma’s premier gaming events called Super Bit Wars which has existed…

Mike "Moog" AguilarApril 12, 2022

Fund Raising Spotlights Student Programming

OU Giving Day April 14, 2022 – A Day of University Wide Fundraising

On April 14, 2022 The University of Oklahoma will launch it's annual philanthropic day of giving aimed at supporting our programming across the entire surface of OU. This year the department of Esports & Co-Curricular Innovation which encompasses several various brands, hosts a community of…

Mike "Moog" AguilarApril 11, 2022

Interviews Spotlights Student Spotlights

Student Spotlight: Michela Thompson

Michela Thompson, a senior public relations major at the University of Oklahoma and the current News and Media Director, has been a mainstay at the organization for the last two years, and continues to lead the News and Media team with her gentleness and encouraging…

Silas BalesJanuary 31, 2022

Interviews Spotlights

Student Spotlight: Kara Brightwell

talks about her history with OU Esports, the importance of the organization, and the impact of charity at a local level. Originally a casual member, Kara "Kelbright" Brightwell would become a key player in developing important charitable events and connections. Kelbright's events were prolific, especially…

Derek SnowMay 13, 2021

News Spotlights

The Musical Narratives in Breath of the Wild

But is there more to it than we may initially hear? Wesley Bradford, an OU Alumnus and music theorist, seems to think so. The Legend of Zelda is one of my all-time favorite franchises, and one of my favorite aspects of its games is the…

Cristian Damir M. VegaApril 27, 2021

Author's Opinions Spotlights

Modding is Awesome (Feat. Skyrim)

The best part of gaming is its variety and accessibility for everyone. Gaming is a fun and engaging hobby no matter what or how you play. In fact, it can be literally anything you want it to be. Gaming can be a mechanical or mental…

Matthew HurtApril 26, 2021

News Our Teams Spotlights

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 on the scene, it is already making waves as one…

Derek SnowApril 1, 2021

Breaking News Local News 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 announced groundbreaking news for the Oklahoma esports community. The OU…

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 OU. The club was still unrecognized by OU at this…

Derek SnowFebruary 22, 2021

Breaking News Local News 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 Oklahoma City, signs the Valorant player Ian “Texerino” Botsch. After…

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 zero idea what to expect, what would become of the…

Derek SnowDecember 17, 2020

Breaking News Local News 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 Zipchair Gaming Chairs are visible, in addition to interviews from…

Derek SnowDecember 5, 2020

Breaking News Event Coverage Philanthropy 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 as push big changes to social media to bring awareness…

Mike "Moog" AguilarNovember 11, 2020

Breaking News Event Coverage Philanthropy 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 as push big changes to social media to bring awareness…

Mike "Moog" AguilarOctober 29, 2020

Breaking News Local News 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 recently unveiled Equinox Esports LLC. has announced their premiere team,…

Derek SnowOctober 14, 2020

Breaking News Local News 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 gaming and esports, having another peer and resource like this…

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 endorse an esports program and name a Director of Esports…

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 Club Members were playing community games like Among Us, Fall…

Michela ThompsonOctober 6, 2020

Spotlights

The Importance of Community in Esports & Gaming, a Tribute to Drake “Dr. Ake” Brooks

Student Spotlight: Zachary Satz

Solidus Scholarship Awardees – The First Class

OU Giving Day April 14, 2022 – A Day of University Wide Fundraising

Student Spotlight: Michela Thompson

Student Spotlight: Kara Brightwell

The Musical Narratives in Breath of the Wild

Modding is Awesome (Feat. Skyrim)

Red Bull Campus Clutch Comes to Oklahoma

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

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