Esports, organized competitive video gaming, has taken the world by storm. Three years ago, the WIHSEA was conceived with seven schools competing in one game. Today, over 175 schools across the state compete in six unique games: Smash Bros, League of Legends, Valorant, Fortnite, Rocket League, and Overwatch 2.
The mission of the WIHSEA is to govern, support, and promote the growth of high school esports through community development, advocacy, equitable participation, and interscholastic competition to enrich the educational experience. As esports continues to grow across the world, the WIHSEA is leading that growth in Wisconsin.
Our spring season began on February 27th and consists of a 7-week-long season. The season will culminate with a Spring State Championship held on May 18th at Fox Valley Lutheran High School in Appleton, WI. The championship will feature 16 of the best schools from around the state competing in Valorant and League of Legends and colleges from around the Midwest promoting their esports programs.
Esports has become so much more than just playing games at a high level. Our students are developing the same skills that traditional athletics build such as teamwork, communication, time management, problem-solving, and work ethic. All of the play-by-play commentary and live stream production is being run by student interns (Horlick High School and Milwaukee School of Engineering) as well as other students from around the state who want to give it a shot.
Schools that would like to join future seasons can find more information on our website or email Mike Dahle.
