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09/24/2026

The schools are set for the 5th Annual NYS High School Esports Showcase.

On Saturday, September 26, students from eight schools will compete at MVP Arena in Albany in Rocket League, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Marvel Rivals.

Representing this year’s Showcase:

Berne-Knox-Westerlo CSD
Rensselaer City School District
Johnson City CSD
West Genesee Central School District
Bethlehem Central School District
Health, Arts, Robotics and Technology High School, NYC Public Schools
Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District
Washingtonville Central School District

These students are traveling from communities across New York to compete, represent their schools, and take part in a day that also connects them with colleges, employers, technology companies, workforce organizations, and community partners.

Saturday, September 26, 2026
MVP Arena, Albany, NY
Doors open at 10:00 AM
Main Showcase: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Admission is free. Tournament participation is free. MVP Arena standard parking rates apply.

Come out and support New York high school esports.

MVP Health Care
Daniel McCoy - Albany County Executive

09/23/2026

Commentator Announcement for NYS High School Esports Showcase

Kyle "K-Vox" Garrett is an esports caster from the Capital District, specializing in play-by-play and hybrid commentary. He primarily casts Rocket League and games across the fighting game community (FGC), especially Street Fighter 6 and Tekken 8. K-Vox has commented on Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) open qualifier runs, bubble-level professional tournaments, league play in the National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE), Carolina Collegiate Conference (C3), Collegiate Rocket League (CRL), and Collegiate FGC (CFGC), large weekly tournaments like Paragon FGC, and tournaments at charity events like Summer Games Done Quick (SGDQ) 2026. With a background in traditional sports, he blends high-energy calls with an emphasis on narrative and accessibility, and he prides himself on his ability to sell a moment.

Fun fact: He cooks a mean New York strip.

09/22/2026

The NYS High School Esports Showcase is coming to MVP Arena on Saturday, September 26.

In addition to high school competition in Rocket League, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Marvel Rivals, students and families can meet organizations from across the Capital Region and the esports, technology, workforce development, health, education, and business communities.

Participating exhibitors and partners include:

SEAT Center
ELITE Gaming
Mohawk Honda
MVP Health Care
Schenectady County Connects
Rensselaer County Career Center
Fortinet
ggCircuit
VDO Gaming & Esports Education
Daniel McCoy - Albany County Executive Albany County, NY

Representatives from these organizations will be available throughout the day to speak with students about career paths, programs, internships, training, technology, and other opportunities.

Our event MC will also visit participating booths throughout the Showcase to introduce each organization and highlight the work they are doing in the community.

Saturday, September 26, 2026
MVP Arena, Albany, NY
Doors open at 10:00 AM
Main Showcase: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Admission is free. Tournament participation is free. MVP Arena standard parking rates apply.

https://www.mvparena.com/events/detail/esports

We look forward to bringing students, schools, families, community partners, and industry together for the NYS High School Esports Showcase.

The New York State High School Esports Showcase will return to MVP Arena on Saturday, September 26, 2026, bringing together high school esports teams from across New York State for a full day of competition, student engagement, and program-building opportunities. The Presenting Sponsor for the ...

09/16/2026

09/10/2026

SPONSOR ANNOUNCEMENT: WELCOME ggCircuit

We are excited to officially welcome ggCircuit as a Community Sponsor of the 2026 NYS High School Esports Showcase!

ggCircuit has helped schools, colleges, esports facilities, and gaming centers build and manage esports programs through technology, infrastructure, and management solutions.

Their involvement is a great fit for what we are building with the NYS High School Esports Showcase.

Our goal is not only to give high school students an opportunity to compete, but also to expose them to the technology, businesses, colleges, and career pathways that make the esports and gaming industry possible.

On Saturday, September 26, 2026, at MVP Arena in Albany, New York, students will compete in esports, connect with colleges and industry professionals, explore careers, and learn more about the infrastructure behind successful gaming and esports programs.

Having companies like ggCircuit involved gives students and educators the opportunity to see how esports programs operate beyond the games themselves, including technology management, networking, hardware, software, facility operations, and program development.

Thank you to the ggCircuit team for joining us at the Community Sponsorship Level and supporting the continued growth of scholastic esports in New York State.

We are excited to have you at MVP Arena!

NYS High School Esports Showcase
Saturday, September 26, 2026
MVP Arena | Albany, New York

09/09/2026

09/09/2026

We are excited to officially announce Fortinet as a Community Sponsor of the 2026 NYS High School Esports Showcase!

Fortinet is a tremendous addition to this year’s event because esports and technology go hand in hand.

While students may initially discover esports through gaming and competition, the industry also introduces them to cybersecurity, networking, IT, broadcasting, digital media, game development, event production, marketing, and many other career pathways.

Fortinet’s expertise in cybersecurity, secure networking, online safety, and technology makes them a natural partner for the mission behind the NYS High School Esports Showcase.

Our goal has always been bigger than hosting a tournament.

We want students to compete, but we also want them to discover what comes next: college opportunities, STEM education, technology careers, workforce development, and the many industries that support gaming and esports.

On Saturday, September 26, 2026, students, schools, colleges, businesses, and community organizations from across New York will come together at MVP Arena in Albany to showcase what the future of scholastic esports can look like.

Thank you, Fortinet, for joining us at the Community Sponsorship Level and supporting the next generation of gamers, students, creators, and technology professionals.

NYS HIGH SCHOOL ESPORTS SHOWCASE
Saturday, September 26, 2026
MVP Arena | Albany, New York

08/13/2026

Thursday Night at VDO Gaming & Esports Education Center brings together competitive esports and tabletop gaming in one place.

Join us every Thursday from 5 PM to 10 PM for CR Clash and TCG Night at our Menands location.

CR Clash features Super Smash Bros. Melee competition for players looking to compete and connect with the Capital Region fighting game community.

TCG Night includes tabletop gaming, Play! Pokémon League, Pokémon League Points, and Magic: The Gathering drafts.

CR Clash Fees
$10 Venue Fee
$5 Bracket Fee

Thursday Night
5 PM to 10 PM

VDO Gaming & Esports Education Center
100 Broadway
Menands, NY 12204

Whether you compete in Smash Melee, play Pokémon, draft Magic, or are looking for a local tabletop gaming community, Thursday nights at VDO have a place for you.

08/11/2026

Tuesday nights are for the fighting game community at VDO Gaming & Esports Education Center.

Join us for Tech That Tuesdays, our weekly Fighting Game Night featuring Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, Guilty Gear Strive, and 2XKO. Whether you are coming to compete, sharpen your skills, or connect with other players in the Capital Region gaming community, VDO is the place to be.

Tech That Tuesdays
Fighting Game Night
Bracket starts at 6:00 PM
Venue opens from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Games Featured
Street Fighter 6
Tekken 8
Guilty Gear Strive
2XKO

Fees
$10 Venue Fee
$5 Bracket Fee

Location
VDO Gaming & Esports Education Center
100 Broadway, Menands, NY 12204

Come out, compete, and be part of the local fighting game scene.

08/10/2026

Monday Night is Immortal Fight Night at VDO Gaming & Esports Education Center.

Join us tonight, Monday, August 10, for another night of competitive Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Rivals of Aether 2.

Immortal Fight Night #288
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate + Rivals of Aether 2
Tournament starts at 6:00 PM
VDO Gaming & Esports Education Center
100 Broadway, Menands, NY 12204

Whether you are competing, looking to improve your game, or want to connect with the local fighting game and esports community, Monday nights at VDO are the place to be.

Register and view tournament details here:
https://www.start.gg/tournament/ultimate-immortal-fight-night-288/details

Come compete, meet the community, and level up your game.