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Despite Pandemic, 2021 WIHSEA Playoff’s a Success

26 Jan Despite Pandemic, 2021 WIHSEA Playoff’s a Success

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The Wisconsin High School Esports Association could have looked at the plethora of barriers brought on by Covid-19 and not been faulted for taking a pass on the 2021 Playoffs. With some schools being virtual, some in-person or others with a hybrid approach, to the resulting difficulty of ensuring quality internet access – there were no shortage of items that could have prevented this perennial event from taking place.

But these barriers did not stop either Mike Dahle (President, WIHSEA), the 24 different teams, players and coaches or the variety of volunteers that stayed positive and flexible to make this year one of the most exciting tournaments to date.

 

Tournament Viewership Rises

As esports in the region continue to gain tremendous momentum, It’s no surprise that viewership for the tournament was on the rise in 2021.

According the organizations Twitch data, there were increases across the board in 6 of 8 key areas including Average Viewers, Maximum Viewers, Unique Viewers, Unique Chatters, Channel Followers and Subscriptions. In total, over 1,000 unique individuals watched the tournament during it’s 11-hour stream.

 

This Year’s Champions

Below is a full listing of the 2021 WIHSEA Playoff results:

 

Super Smash Bro’s

  • Division 1:
    • Racine Case Legends (Coaches: Dan Velasquez/Ronald Rosales, Brad Norman and Marisa Fellion defeated Bay Port Pirates (Coach: Luc Richards)
  • Division 2
    • Fort Atkinson Blackhawks (Coach: Nate Daniels) defeated Port Washington Pirates Coach: Jeff Wojcik)
  • Division 3:
    • St. Catherine’s Angles (Coach: James Payne) defeated Random Lake Rams (Coach: Lee Itson)

 

Overwatch:

  • Division 1:
    • Menomonee Falls Phoenix (Coach: Laura Schoenike) defeated Bay Port Pirates (Coach: Luc Richards)
  • Division 2:
    • Edgewood Elite (Coach: Ben Mund) defeated Big Foot Chiefs (Coach: Oliver Vail)
  • Division 3:
    • West Salem Panthers (Coach: Jason Holter) defeated Walden III Walnuts (Coach: Brian O’Connell)

 

Looking Going Forward in 2021

As the year continues on, registration is now open for the spring semester of competition, featuring Rocket League and Smite. The season begins mid-February and culminates on May 8th at the State Tournament.

For those would like more information on WIHSEA, information to get connected below:

 

For questions about the group or getting involved, contact brandon@mkeesports.com. 

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