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North Syracuse students, coaches showcase growing Esports program and ask board for space and equipment
Summary
Coaches and students from North Syracuse Central School District presented the district's North Stars Esports program, described competitive successes and college connections, and requested more space, consoles and computers to expand participation.
Catherine Leo, a biology teacher and Esports coach in the North Syracuse Central School District, outlined the district's North Stars Esports program and urged the board to support additional space and equipment so the program can grow.
The program, Leo said, began at the high school in fall 2022 and expanded to the junior high in fall 2023 after the district acquired more consoles. "Our goal is to foster teamwork, sportsmanship, and critical thinking skills through competitive gaming," Leo said. She told the board the program now has "approximately 30 active students, give or take," and runs teams in Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros. and Rocket League.
Nut Graf: Students and coaches said Esports provides many of the same social and academic benefits as traditional athletics for students who might not participate in physical sports. But they…
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