NEIT Collegiate Esports Program


Compete at the Highest Level

Join ɫƵվ Tech’s Winning Esports Program

Then…NEIT’s esports team is for you.

We field teams in the biggest game titles including Valorant, Overwatch 2, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and more – gauged by student interest and talent. Tryouts are open to all ɫƵվ Tech students.

At NEIT, we believe in providing esports opportunities for players of all skill levels. Our Varsity Program allows gamers to compete at a competitive level appropriate to them!

Join The Tigers

ɫƵվ Institute of Technology (NEIT) offers a top-tier collegiate esports program right here in Rhode Island. Our Tech Tigers compete nationally in:

  • Valorant
  • Marvel Rivals
  • Counter Strike 2
  • League of Legends
  • Overwatch
  • Rocket League
  • Super Smash Bros

Our advanced Esports Gaming Center is located on our East Greenwich, Rhode Island campus, this high-tech facility is the epicenter of NEIT’s competitive gaming program.

Not interested in competitive gaming? Casual play and community events are the backbone of our Esports Center. All students are welcome to use our space and attend any of our various events that we host.

Our Esports Center features:

  • Professional-grade gaming: RTX 4080 Super GPUs  and Intel i7-13700k CPUs
  • 240hz refresh rate monitors for smooth gameplay
  • Ergonomic gaming chairs for extended sessions
  • Dedicated spaces for team practice and tournaments

Whether you’re aiming for esports scholarships or enjoying casual gameplay, our state-of-the-art facility provides the ideal environment to hone your skills. Join NEIT’s thriving esports community and gain hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment.

Make friends that last a lifetime, enjoy social events, and learn about the Esports industry. Not only does esports provide an entry point to an in-demand field, but it also gives every student the chance to play and advance their skills.

2026 Spring Overwatch 
Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Division D 1st Place

2026ɲٳپDzԲ
National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) D95thPlace

2026ValorantNationals
National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) D9 4thPlace

2025 Counter Strike
Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Division C 2ndPlace

2024 Valorant
National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) Emergents Atlantic Division 2ndPlace

2024 Super Smash Bros.
Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) East A Division 2ndPlace

2024 League of Legends
National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) East VII Division 2ndPlace

2023 Valorant
National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) Challengers Northeast Division Winners

2023 Super Smash Bros.
Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Super Smash Bros. Campus Series Invitational, 3rdPlace

2023 Super Smash Bros
Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Contenders Division Winners

2022 Rocket League
National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) Emergents Atlantic Division Winners

GET YOUR GAME ON AT NEIT.

Compete at the Collegiate Level.

Competitive Leagues and Conferences: NEIT Esports participates in several prestigious leagues and conferences. We are proud members of:

National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC)

Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC)

Brandon Eigenbrode, Esports Coordinator/Head Coach
ɫƵվ Tech ‘21, Bachelor of Science in Video Game Design

Valorant Coach
Brandon oversees NEIT’s esports collegiate leagues, assistant coaches, and player recruitment. He played video games at a high level for years and was one of the best World of Warcraft players in the world in 2018. Brandon currently coaches NEIT’s Collegiate Valorant team. His goal as coordinator/head coach is to put NEIT’s esports program on the radar, making it well known throughout the northeast.

Jacob Barrios, Assistant Esports Coach
ɫƵվ Tech ‘16, Bachelor of Science in Video Game Design

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Coach
Jacob was ranked within the top 15 in ɫƵվ for multiple seasons in his competitive Super Smash Bros career that has spanned over a decade.  Jacob’s talent and ability to coach players in NEIT’s collegiate Smash league is a huge asset to NEIT’s esports program. He encourages players to challenge themselves to become better competitors and teammates.

Raija Mikkelsen, Assistant Coach
ɫƵվ Tech ‘21, Bachelor of Science in Network Engineering and Cyber Security

Rocket League, Overwatch 2, and Counter Strike 2 Coach
Raija began coaching in 2019 at her former high school, Scituate High School.  Esports has been a big part of her life, playing games like Counter Strike and Rainbow Six Siege regularly. Her goal is to enhance NEIT’s esports program by expanding the high level of growth for all players.  

Fortnite
Fortnite
Rocket League
Rocket League
Magic: The Gathering Arena
Magic: The Gathering Arena
Valorant
Valorant
Apex Legends
Apex Legends
Smite
Smite
Call of Duty
Call of Duty
Dota 2
Dota 2
Overwatch
Overwatch
League Of Legends
League Of Legends
Hearthstone
Hearthstone
Rainbow Six Siege
Rainbow Six Siege

The team dives into their practice session, their focus palpable. For Devin Woloszyn-Rivera, a Cybersecurity student, these sessions are about more than just gaming – they’re about growth.

As the morning practice wraps up, the team heads to their respective classes. For Jamaal Dublin Jr., another Cybersecurity major, the benefits of being part of the Esports team are evident in all aspects of his college life.

The NEIT Esports program has created more than just a team – it’s fostered a tight-knit community of passionate gamers and future professionals.

As evening falls, the Esports Center comes alive again. Students gather not just for practice, but for community events and casual gameplay. Kyle Nicolas, a Criminal Justice major, reflects on his experience.

As the day comes to a close, Nick Danaher, a Civil Engineering student, summarizes the impact of his Esports experience at NEIT.

It’s clear that the NEIT Esports program is not just about playing games – it’s about building skills, forming lasting friendships, and preparing students for success in whatever career path they choose.

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