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Gaming and Esports

Experience the community surrounding video games on campus through our various student gaming groups, official varsity esports team, and training facility.

Matches & Events

Apr 20

Overwatch

01:00 PM
Jun 3

Esports Skills Academy: Middle School Day 1

10:00 AM - Wissink Hall 121
Jun 7

Esports Skills Academy: High School Day 1

10:00 AM - Wissink Hall 121

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Esports Newsletter

Sign up for our email newsletter to receive more information about our varsity esports program!

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If you have questions about esports, please send us an email at esports@mnsu.edu.

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Shop Our Drop

Whether you're chilling at home or going out, represent the Mavericks wherever you are in style and comfort with our new Signature Apparel Collection.

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Esports Skills Academy, June 2024

For middle and high school gamers

A two-day summer experience! Choose your favorite game and get coaching from experienced college players and coaches to help you become a healthier, more mindful and skilled gamer.

Esports Skills Academy

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Visit Us! Upcoming Drop-Ins

High school and transfer students, drop-in after your Admissions Open House to learn about our program and opportunities.

Upcoming Drop-In Dates

Esports at Minnesota State Mankato

Watch our feature commercial showcasing our program!

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Donate to Maverick Esports

Your gift will go towards providing gear and student scholarships for our esports athletes.

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Varsity Esports

Play competitively on our official varsity esports team!

Esports Training Facility

Play and practice with specialized gaming equipment in our dedicated training space on campus.

Student Gaming Groups

Connect with our student-run gaming clubs and groups on campus!

Visit Us

Get to know more about esports and gaming at Minnesota State University, Mankato with a virtual or on-campus visit.

About Us

The official varsity esports program at Minnesota State University, Mankato and a member of the National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE).

Esports Skills Academy

An engaging middle & high school summer experience to help hone esports skills with exclusive advice from some of the best in the industry.

Collegiate Esports Invitational

Rockstar Energy Drink and Maverick Esports present the third annual collegiate esports invitational event in Mankato, MN.