Hawaii high school students set to flex digital muscles in new esports league
23 local high schools to compete in “Season Zero” pilot program
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Forgoing the court, field, and pool, the newest breed of high school athletes is ready to show off their skills in the digital arena starting Tuesday with the launch of “Season Zero."
In a partnership with PlayVS, the Hawaii High School Athletic Association (HHSAA) says 23 schools from the Big Island, Kauai, Maui, and Oahu are set to participate. Teams will compete in matches of “Rocket League”, “SMITE”, and “League of Legends” against rival schools.
PlayVS says there are benefits for high school students who compete in esports including character development, engagement in STEM programs, and the potential for higher education financial aid with 200 colleges and universities currently offering scholarships for athletes including Hawaii Pacific University.
The HHSAA says the league competition will run through April 22nd with a state champion being crowned after post-season matches in May.
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