Charlotte, NC - NJCAA Esports (NJCAAE) has announced the launch of a new association website in a strategically planned effort with the NJCAA and PrestoSports, the Official Website, Streaming, Statistics, and Camps Management Software Provider of the NJCAA.
With the website, NJCAAE teams can access related news stories, gaming schedules, upcoming events and championships, and social platforms. As the home for all things Esports, NJCAAE's more than 81 schools, 600 plus individual teams, and 1,500 growing student-athletes can collaborate like never before under one platform.
"The exponential growth and advancement we have seen in such a short period of time displays the excitement towards the competitive sport," stated Jeff White, NJCAAE Executive Director. "PrestoSports continues to meet the needs of our members and we are excited to provide this website for the community to have as a functional resource to further overall success."
As the association enters its fourth competitive semester, NJCAAE continues to experience phenomenal growth and notoriety. Beginning with only 12 teams, the following semesters grew to 28 teams in spring 2020, 69 teams in fall 2020, and 81 teams in spring 2021. 13 spring titles will be issued this season, including Overwatch, Rocket League, Valorant, and Super Smash Brothers Ultimate.
Looking ahead, there is a projected 105 plus membership enrollment in fall 2021, for males and females. With the ultimate goal of providing a unique and engaging experience for student-athletes nationwide, NJCAAE is where worlds of opportunity await.
In March 2020, the NJCAA and PrestoSports announced an eight-year partnership extension to provide NJCAA member colleges with an all-in-one solution, including website hosting, website design, streaming, and production software, PrestoStats Live, and camps management solution. The long-time partner continues to serve the association in new ways, adapting to trends to best serve the association.
To read more about the NJCAA's partnership with PrestoSports, visit: NJCAA announces eight-year partnership extension with PrestoSports
About PrestoSports
PrestoSports is a software-as-a-service company providing technology to colleges and conference offices. Backed by Battery Ventures, PrestoSports delivers solutions for building athletic brands, igniting fans, and funding sports programs. Battery Ventures formed its sports division in 2017 which included the acquisitions of PrestoSports, Stretch Internet, and Black Diamond (SIDHelp). PrestoSports is committed to delivering customers a more expansive suite of software solutions to help them nurture and grow their tight-knit communities of members, fans, athletes, and coaches.
About NJCAAE
The National Junior College Athletic Association Esports (NJCAAE), founded in 2019, is the only national esports association exclusively for two-year colleges. The NJCAAE is committed to increasing access to team dynamics, school representation, and campus life for the benefit of student-athletes and member institutions alike. Esports participants and NJCAAE members benefit through meaningful, educational, and transformative opportunities which lead to greater retention and completion rates for participants. Already boasting over 60-schools from all regions of the United States after just two semesters of competition, the NJCAAE continues to make inroads to be the association of choice for all 2-year schools.