MEC Opens Signups for Third Annual High School Esports Tournament
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CASSOPOLIS, Mich. – Midwest Energy & Communications (MEC) has partnered with Southwestern Michigan College (SMC) to host the third annual MEC x SMC Fiber Cup, an esports tournament for high schoolers.
Date: November 8, 2025
Doors Open: 10 a.m.
Tournament Starts: 11 a.m.
Where: MEC Esports Arena at Southwestern Michigan College, Barbara Wood Building (directions)
Who: Up to 16 teams of three high schoolers from across Michigan
What: Double-elimination Rocket League tournament for fun and prizes
Teams of three high schoolers will compete in a double-elimination bracket at SMC’s Barbara Wood Building. Teams can be school-affiliated, or players can sign up to compete with two friends. All teams must be formed prior to registering (we will not match teams up on the day of the tournament).
Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams:
- Third – $50 gift card for each teammate
- Second – $100 gift card for each teammate
- Grand Prize – Steam Deck for each teammate
Any school teams that place in the top three will also win a donation to their school. Donations will be $100 for third place, $300 for second place, and $500 for first place.
Super Smash Bros., Mario Kart, and small giveaways will be available for players and spectators. Spectators are also encouraged to bring their own gaming devices (e.g., Nintendo Switches).
All players and spectators must RSVP by October 20, 2025. A maximum of 16 teams of three players will be able to compete. All players must currently be enrolled in high school. Admission will be on a first come, first served basis. Priority will be given to school teams for competing and family/friends of competitors for spectating.
RSVP: https://www.teammidwest.com/internet/esports/
About MEC Esports Arena
The Midwest Energy & Communications Esports Arena is located in the Barbara Wood Building at Southwestern Michigan College. The space provides students with opportunities to compete in national esports championships, developing interpersonal and technical skills and setting them up for future success.
About Midwest Energy & Communications
Midwest Energy & Communications provides electricity, propane, and fiber internet to over 40,000 consumers in 15 counties across southern Michigan, northern Indiana, and Ohio.
About Southwestern Michigan College
Southwestern Michigan College serves roughly 1,800 students each year and operates on two campuses in Dowagiac, Michigan and Niles, Michigan.