Esports

Power up and enter the world’s fastest-growing spectator sport.

The Catawba College Esports program nurtures player development through playoff appearances, championships, and player placement into professional organizations, teams, and conferences.

Games represented include Fortnite, Call of Duty, Overwatch, League of Legends, Rocket League, Super Smash Bros., Valorant, Apex Legends, Marvel Rivals, Rainbow Six Siege, and more.

Game wins: 756
Playoffs: 41 appearances (Sweet 16 and higher)
Conference Championships: 4
Regular season champions (Conference began tracking in 2023 season): 2
National Championships: 3
Undefeated Seasons: 2023 Overwatch 2, 2024 Overwatch 2, League of legends 2021

Awards and Recognitions

Coach of the Season - 2024
Director of the Season 2023
2024 Apex Legends Player of the Season
2024 Overwatch 2 Player of the Season
2023 Overwatch 2 Player of the Season
2023 Overwatch 2 Finals MVP
2024 Overwatch 2 Finals MVP
2023 VALORANT Rookie of the Season
2023, December, Overwatch 2 Player of the Month
2023, December, League of Legends Player of the Month
2023, November, Valorant Player of the Month
2023 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Rookie of the Season
2022 Victoris - League of Legends Rookie of the split
2022 Victoris - League of Legends Split MVP
2020 Valorant Finals MVP
2020 Valorant Player of the Season

Esports Program Highlights

Esports Arena

Catawba Esports has two state-of-the-art gaming labs (esports arenas) located in the Cannon Student Center, the hub of student activities. The spaces include gaming desks, peripherals, and PCs. The arenas have a game day viewing area with a video wall accessible to all on campus, as well as a community-focused game lounge that will include both retro and modern game options for play.