MSU Maverick Esports Kato Clash: November 14-15, 2026
About Kato Clash
Presented by Minnesota State University, Mankato Maverick Esports, fueled by Mountain Dew
Kato Clash returns this fall for its fifth year! This Overwatch collegiate esports tournament begins with a multi-week online qualifier and ends in an in-person LAN event on November 14 and 15 at Minnesota State University, Mankato. The LAN event is open to the campus community and public to spectate for free.
Event details
- November 14–15, 2026. Starts 10am both days.
- Free for spectators.
- Located at the Esports & Gaming Facility, Wissink Hall 121, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Teams
Below are all teams competing in Kato Clash, including the online portion of the event. Note, some teams may not be competing at the LAN event.
- Minnesota State University, Mankato
- Minnesota State University, Mankato Club Team Onyx
- Carthage College
- Coe College
- Dakota State University
- Grand Valley State University
- Illinois Institute of Technology
- Marshalltown Community College
- Milwaukee School of Engineering
- Northeastern University
- University of Nevada–Las Vegas
- University of North Florida
- University of Wisconsin Whitewater
- University of Wisconsin Whitewater JV
- University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee Black
- University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee Gold
- University of Wisconsin–River Falls
- University of Wisconsin–Stout
Thank you, sponsors
GPC
Previous Kato Clash
For a sneak peek into the experience, check out this quick Kato Clash recap video from last year.
2025 CHAMPIONS
- Overwatch: Texas A&M University–San Antonio
- Super Smash Bros: Michigan Technological University
- Rocket League: University of Wisconsin–Stout
