Regents Esports and Elgin High School Esports teamed up together to promote the growth and support of scholastic Esports. Often we hear the question “Why Esports?” This video collaboration offers an answer to that. Esports is growing, it’s a part of our students’ success. Rockford University and Elgin High School is proud to present… Game Changer: An Esports Story. #RegentsReign 🦁👑

REGENTS CRUSH THE R6 SEASON OPENER! 🔥🎉 In an intense back and forth nailbiter including DOUBLE OVERTIME, Rockford University takes down the University of Wisconsin River Falls! 😱 In case you missed the broadcast, here are some awesome highlight links📺: BIG PAUL AND RUDY IN OT CLUTCH - RUDY - 1 PIXEL CAPTAIN LODI UNDER PRESSURE - CAPTAIN LODI MASTERCLASS - SliY CLUTCHES TO GET US OT - REGENTS TAKE A BREATH - SliY PUTTING IN THE EFFORT - WILL'S SHIELD AND RUDY'S SWORD- WILL BEING ASSERTIVE - COACH GAMBO COMES PREPARED - WHAT AN AWESOME NIGHT! THANKS EVERYBODY! AND THANKS FOR THE CHEERS FROM THE DEN! Stay tuned for more as the Midwest R6 season progresses. 🦁💜 #midwestr6 #rainbowsixsiege #esports #rockford #rockforduniversity #regents

🚨GAME DAY ALERT: DOUBLE HEADER 🚨 Get ready for 2 epic showdowns tonight! 🕹️ Super Smash Bros. vs Talladega Tornadoes - 6:00pm CST ⚔️ Rainbow 6 Siege vs University of Wisconsin River Falls - 7:00pm CST 🔥BOTH SEASON OPENERS! REGENTS REIGN ON 3! 🦁💜 Let’s go, #Rockford ! 📺if you are looking to join in on the action! #Esports #RockfordUniversity

North Carolina A&T State University requested a reschedule. We will provide updates as soon as we have them. Thank you!

Huge shoutout to the Regents Overwatch Team for their dominant victory over the Talladega Tornadoes in last night's SEASON OPENER! 🎉 GREAT START TO THE SEASON! 1-0! We've got momentum on our side now. Congratulations Dom, Sean, Jay, Alex and... a special congrats to Ray on his successful competitive debut 😎! We are excited to see more from this team and to continue learning alongside them. A final thank you to Isaac for his support of the team and staff in between seasons! Glad to have you with us! 🤝 We hope this good news motivates you to go out there and crush your own goals! Take care everyone. 🦁💜

🚨 CALL OF DUTY: GAME DAY ALERT! 🚨 The Call of Duty Season Opener is here (Spring NACE 2025)! 💥 The Rockford University Call of Duty Team is facing off against North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University! 🔥 Match Details: 🆚 Rockford Regents vs. Aggie Esports 🎮: Call of Duty 📅 Spring 2025 Season Opener Good luck to the team and those making their first competitive debut! Regents Reign!🦁💜 Catch the action LIVE over at 📺 #GameDay #Rockford #rockforduniversity #nace #callofduty

Tonights Overwatch game was postponed to 7:30pm CST. Thanks!

🚨 GAME DAY ALERT! 🚨 The wait is over—the Overwatch Spring 2025 Season Opener is here! 💥 Our Rockford University Overwatch team is ready to jump into battle against Talladega College in the NACE League! 🔥 Match Details: 🆚 Rockford University vs. Talladega College 🎮: Overwatch 📅 Spring 2025 Season Opener It's time to rally behind the squad and show our RU pride. Good luck guys!🦁💜 #GameDay #Rockford #rockforduniversity #nace #overwatch

🦁 Rockford University is battling it out in the Midwest R6 Qualifiers to secure their spot in the Spring 2025 Season! Things are heating up and the official season will start up soon! If you are looking to keep up with the action, tune in live and support the team on Twitch. 📺 → Here are some 🔥 moments in the meantime! Let’s go, Regents! 💜🦁 #RegentsEsports #RockfordUniversity #R6Esports #MidwestQualifiers

Another incredible piece written by Forrest Nelson over at WIFR! Thank you so much for continuing to tell our stories. 📰📺 Story Link🔗- Also, thank you to everyone from our growing community! Good numbers from the first tournament to the second tournament. Let's keep pushing! 📈 Lastly, congrats to all the players who reached their goals and made it into the news! 🦁💜 Until next time, Regents Reign!

RU Ready 2 was a roaring success! 🦁💜 This weekend, we saw an amazing jump in competitors—from 20 to 33! Let's keep pushing! 📈 Thank you to everyone who came out and helped spread the word. Your support means the world to us, and we will work hard to keep earning your attendance. Congratulations to our Top 3: 🏆 1st Place - Shelter ($100 Amazon Gift Card + Champion's Trophy) 🥈 2nd Place - Daisybuena ($50 Amazon Gift Card) 🥉 3rd Place - Elcram ($25 Amazon Gift Card) We’ve heard your feedback, and we’re excited to announce that RU Ready 3 will feature a double elimination format! 🎮 Stay tuned—it’s coming mid to late February. Until next time, keep improving and stay safe! 🦁💜 Thanks again. #RUReady #RockfordEsports #EsportsTournament #SmashBros #RUReady3

🚨REMINDER:🚨 BIG SMASH TOURNAMENT TOMORROW! 📅 When: Saturday, Jan. 25th 🕐 Doors open: 11:00am (Registration will close around 12:45pm) 🎮 Tournament starts: 1:00pm 📍 Where: 5050 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108 in the Burpee Student Center Who: Highschool age and up! Why: Free entry, free food & drinks, awesome prizes, competition, and esports networking! 🔥 Don't miss out on the fun—grab your controller, come on out, and show us what you've got! 💪🧠 👑 REGENTS REIGN! 👑 Current Champion: Mewmon 🐸

🚨Announcement🚨: Regents Esports will be hosting tryouts for Overwatch on Wednesday / Thursday nights (Jan. 22nd and 23rd)! at 6:00pm! All Rockford University students are welcome to tryout! Only 1 day is required, so pick whichever works for you! Lastly, if you are interested in competing for Regents Esports in a different game, definitely reach out or stop by the Zelenka Family Esports Center! We have a lot going this year. Caption: Captain Dom going over some thoughts with new and returning players. 🦁💜 #esports #overwatch #overwatch2 #supersmashbros #magicthegathering #magicarena #rainbow6siege #valorant

Rockford University: Regents Esports -- Making waves! 🌊 Check out this awesome WIFR news article written by Forrest Nelson! Thanks for the coverage guys. 🦁💜 Congrats to you as well Mr. Mewmon! 🐸

A GREAT DAY FOR THE ROCKFORD UNIVERSITY STUDENTS! 🦁💜 Today, our amazing Regents Esports crew showed up in full force to help set up all new equipment! We're talking brand new PlayStations, Xboxes, Nintendo Switches, HUGE screens, and more. The energy was electric, and our directors were proud of the willingness to help our campus community. We even saw some new faces in the facility having a good time between classes! 🤝 The Zelenka Family Esports Center is leveling up, and we’re getting ready for more epic gaming moments ahead! Big shoutout to everyone who came out to make this happen. Let’s keep the Regent's spirit alive and make this season unforgettable! #Rockford #Esports #Gaming #Supersmashbros #Valorant #rainbowsixsiege #mtgarena #hearthstone #overwatch #callofduty

@WIFRTV You guys rock! Thanks for spreading the news.

RT @WIFRTV: ARE YOU READY? Rockford University is set to host its second Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament in January. @Regents_eSport…

✨ Happy New Year from Regents Esports! ✨🎉 We’re kicking off 2025 with excitement and a big wish for all of you to crush it this year! This is the run! 💪😄🙏 Are you looking to join the esports team in 2025? Whether you’re a seasoned esports athlete or just getting started, we can’t wait to see what you bring to the table. Simply scan the QR Code below to take your first step in the application process for the team! Thank you! #Rockford #illinois #Esports #NACE #MidwestR6 #University #Gaming

Merry Christmas Regents. Recharge, and prepare to lock in for the brand new year!🎄🦁💜

🦁💜 RU Ready? 2 – Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament 💜🦁 Get ready, Smash fans! Rockford University is back with our second Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament!🔥 🗓 Date: Saturday, January 25th 2025 (Plenty of time to make plans and sharpen your skills!) ⏰ Doors Open: 11:00 AM 🏁 Tournament Starts: 1:00 PM 📍 Location: Burpee Student Center, Rockford University - 5050 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61108 💥 Format: Single Elimination Best of 3 until the Semis & Finals, which will be Best of 5! 💰🏅Free entry with prize pool! 🍕🥤 Free food and drinks provided! 👋 Tournament is for high school age+ (All minors must have an adult present). ⬆️ The first tournament was a hit with over 20+ participants. RU Ready 2 will be even bigger and better thanks to your guys' awesome feedback! Shout out to MEWMON for winning the first tourney! Can anyone out there dethrone him in RU Ready #2? Or will he remain the Champ?! 👑💪 📝📎Register in person on the day, or register early using the link ---> See you there. Regents Reign! 💜🦁