Dublin, December 2023 – This past weekend, the Ireland Esports Collegiate Series, presented by Monster Energy, broadcast its Winter Finals from the Dogpatch Labs Studio. Also supported by GG Machines and Rí-Rá Brewing Co., the event was not just a competition but a celebration of esports, bringing together top collegiate teams from across Ireland for an electrifying two-day showdown.
The series featured a diverse lineup of games, including Formula 1, Rocket League, Counter Strike 2, League of Legends, and Valorant. Esteemed institutions such as SETU, TU Dublin, Ulster University, Trinity College Dublin, and Queens University Belfast sent their best teams to compete, highlighting the depth and breadth of talent in the Irish collegiate esports scene.
Kicking off on Friday night at 8pm with Formula 1, the event continued on Saturday in-person from 10 am to 6:15 pm with the Nativz Creator Team brilliantly presenting the show. The dynamic casting and engaging presentation added an extra layer of excitement to the already thrilling matches.
The winners emerged after intense and closely contested matches:
- Rocket League: SETU Esports
- Counter Strike 2: Ulster Unicorns
- League of Legends: QUB Esports
- Valorant: TUD Apes
Ronan Monaghan, Operations Lead and a key orchestrator of the event, shared his insights on the success of the series: "The Winter Finals not only showcased the exceptional talent we have in Irish collegiate esports but also emphasised the ongoing development of the Ireland Esports Collegiate Series. This event is a testament to the hard work of our registered players and their colleges, and it's inspiring to see how much they've grown and what they've achieved."
These Winter Finals are an important milestone in the Series, providing an opportunity for the finalists to collect bonus points towards their overall Ireland Esports Collegiate Challenge leaderboard standings.
Looking ahead, the Ireland Esports Collegiate Series is not slowing down. Nativz Gaming announced that Spring Series registrations are opening next week, the first games are set to kick off week commencing 5 February 2024 and concluding on the weekend of 6-7 April. This upcoming series promises to be even more exciting, offering new challenges and opportunities for both seasoned competitors and newcomers alike.
As we close the chapter on the Winter Finals, the Irish esports community is already buzzing with anticipation for what the Spring Series will bring. With the continuous development and growing enthusiasm for collegiate esports in Ireland, the future looks bright for young talents and their institutions.
Registrations open for the 2023/24 Ireland Esports Collegiate Spring Series next week so look out on Nativz and Ireland Collegiate channels for details on how to join!
