eSports 2/6/25

Communication Setup

• Importance of having a phone number for easy communication.

• Discussion about forwarding notes and using the Note app for summarizing lectures.

• Suggestion to use phone for immediate messages including schedule set up.

PlayVS Overview

• Discussion about navigating the PlayVS website and setting up coaching accounts.

• Importance of signing up properly to avoid complications.

• Outline steps on how to create a PlayVS account including choosing between options like Scholastic and Stadium for school representation.

• Mention of documents needed for faculty verification during account creation.

Project Planning

• Information on the roadmap provided in PlayVS that includes clickable links for easier navigation.

• Significance of recruiting players and fundraising for the gaming program.

• Initial ideas for conducting the program starting with expectations for coaches and participation guidelines.

• Importance of gathering student interest through Google Forms, where adjustments to questions were discussed to efficiently gather necessary player information.

Game Scheduling and Coordination

• Coordination of schedules for different games, determining availability and potential conflicts with other responsibilities (e.g., soccer games).

• Plans to approach students about their interests in specific games and organize tryouts thereafter.

• Emphasis on limiting the number of games to compete in to ensure manageable commitments.

• Planning for a consultation to finalize schedules and explore options for communicating game dates and participation expectations with students and parents.

Equipment Needs and Fundraising

• Discussion on the need for esports equipment and potential fundraising strategies to secure necessary funds.

• Suggestions made about acquiring a Verizon hub for better internet connectivity for gaming.

• Highlighting the necessity of wired connections to avoid issues with latency during competitions.

Game Competitions and Rules

• Overview of competition structures for different games such as Smash Bros and Mario Kart, along with their format and requirements.

• Mention of protocol for disconnections and the importance of establishing reliable internet connections for gameplay.

• Specific discussion about coaching expectations and creating a supportive environment for the players.

Future Developments

• Planning for expanding esports to possibly include more schools and setting events for competitions.

• Introduction to documenting progress through sessions and recognizing players.

• Discussion about marketing the esports program and encouraging student participation.

Parent Communication and Support

• Importance of parent engagement through a parent portal for players under 13.

• Details on potentially sharing schedules and opportunities for parents to get involved and support their children.

• Discussion on the necessity of providing information material in multiple languages for inclusivity.

Action Items

• Next steps include setting up consultations for coaching plans, solidifying the schedule, and refining recruitment methods for players.

• Continuous communication with Admin for essential support and resource approvals.