Final Eight Set for Hercules Tires Esports Invitational
The field of 64 in the America East Esports Invitational presented by Hercules Tires is down to eight after an exciting day of premlinary action on Saturday. The competition continues on Sunday starting with quarterfinal action at 2 p.m. ET.
The quarterfinals, semifinals and finals will all be broadcast on America East's Twitch and YouTube chionannels.
Students from all 10 America East member institutions squared off in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Online Saturday competing in a Swiss style tournament. The top eight finishers qualifed for day two on Sunday, which will consist of single elimination act. Full the full bracket and follow @AEC_Esports to stay up to date on all America East esports action.
America East’s esports venture continues the league’s commitment to innovation, emerging technologies and student engagement. The first America East Esports Invitational was held on April 24 and featured over 50 students from member institutions participating.
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