Monroe College Esports Frequently Asked Questions

What skills are needed?
Skills needed include dedication to a specific game title, coachability, good practice habits and determination.
 
If I like to play video games, can I join?
If you are enthusiastic about video games, we will have a club at Monroe College specifically for this purpose. We would love your participation, and if at any time you would like to go further and push your talent, then we will see you at the next set of tryouts!
 
Is this an NJCAA program or a club program?
The Monroe College esports program is directly affiliated with the Monroe College Mustangs department of athletics, but does not currently fall under the NJCAA umbrella. There will also be a club for more casual gaming enthusiasts and aspiring esports competitors looking to hone their craft to potentially compete in the future.
 
Does Monroe College offer scholarships for esports?
Yes, Monroe will have scholarships available for esports student-athletes.
 
When and how are tryouts held?
This being our inaugural year, tryouts will be held on an individual basis and scouted based on experience and the submission of interest forms. Monroe College admissions will follow-up with interested student-athletes. If you have what it takes, please click the link above and fill out an interest form so we can get in contact with you.
 
When is the esports season?
The collegiate esports season coincides with the traditional college athletics season, running from August through June. The Monroe College esports schedule will not necessarily reflect this timeline, as it depends on available competitions.
 
Who will Monroe College esports compete against?
The Monroe Mustangs esports team will compete in esports against other college teams, as well as other established teams that may not be affiliated with a college program, but compete at a similar level or in the same league.
 
What does competition look like?
Due to restrictions caused by COVID-19, competition for the fall 2020 season will largely be completed remotely. In the future, Monroe plans to host competitions at its home facility of Encore Esports in New Rochelle, and also participate in numerous in-person events.
 
When the academic year begins, what will training/practice look like for the esports program?
The fall 2020 semester will include virtual training for incoming esports student-athletes and club team participants. Training and practice will shift to Encore Esports once restrictions are lifted, allowing for in-person preparation to take place.
 
For more questions regarding the Monroe College esports program, please reach out to esports coordinator Govinda Raghubar at graghubar@monroecollege.edu.