WHEN DID IT HAPPEN?
On February 14th, 2023, Naparima College’s auditorium was transformed into a hub of excitement and learning as the Restore a sense of “I can” (RSC) and IT club hosted an eSports event. The event lasted from 9am to 2pm and prioritized lower school students from forms 1-3 throughout the day, with several scheduled sessions for them to visit and interact with the various gaming systems set up by the organizers.
HOW DID IT HAPPEN?
The event was coordinated by RSC representatives and IT club executives, including Liam Dwarika, Racse Ramos, Grant Lodhar, Ryan Ramkissoon, Irshad Mohammed, and Joshua Jitta. Ms. Koreen Mohammed was the teacher in charge of the event. The devices used during the event included PS4s, desktops, and several interactive setups. Students were able to become acquainted with a plethora of different games, ranging from strategy, mixed martial arts, combat, and racing.
WHAT WERE THE AIMS?
According to Joshua Jitta, the IT club president, “I believe events like these are becoming imperative as they aid in widening the younger students’ scope of what they can make of their futures.” Indeed, eSports is a rapidly growing industry that has become a significant part of the entertainment industry. It is estimated that the eSports market will reach $3 billion by 2025, making it an excellent opportunity for students to explore potential career paths in this field.
In addition to introducing students to potential career paths, eSports events also provide students with the opportunity to develop valuable skills such as teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Furthermore, eSports events can also promote inclusivity and diversity, as it is an industry that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life.
Overall, the eSports event hosted by the RSC and IT club at Naparima College was a massive success. It provided students with the opportunity to learn, explore, and engage with a rapidly growing industry while developing valuable skills that will benefit them in their future endeavours.