Esports Program
Building Future Leaders Through Competitive Gaming
The College of Southern Idaho is excited to announce the launch of its Golden Eagles Esports Program, where students gain competitive skills in a structured and supportive environment. Launching as a competitive club next year, CSI Esports will transition into a full-fledged collegiate varsity team in its second year, competing in the NJCAA.
Mission
To create an environment where students develop essential life skills—teamwork, leadership, resilience, and strategic thinking—through competitive play, campus involvement, and community engagement. Our program is committed to excellence in:
- Varsity Competition: Focused on competing at the highest levels in NJCAA and other collegiate leagues.
- Campus Community: Offering club-level play and recreational events for all students to foster campus engagement.
- Community Outreach: Extending our mission beyond campus with gaming events, skills camps, and healthy gaming initiatives.
Core Values
- Educational Quality: We emphasize quality education, promoting personal and professional growth through structured gaming.
- Integrity & Accountability: We hold students to high standards, fostering accountability in academic and esports pursuits.
- Inclusiveness: Our inclusive approach creates a space where all students, regardless of background, feel valued and encouraged.
- Wellness: The physical and mental well-being of participants is a priority, with resources that promote balanced lifestyles and sustainable gaming habits.
Golden Gaming Club
- Varsity Team: The most skilled players selected through tryouts will compete nationally, representing CSI at the highest level.
- Developmental Team: Focused on grooming emerging talent to ensure a steady stream of skilled players for future varsity seasons.
- Casual Play Groups: For students seeking recreational engagement, fostering enjoyment and camaraderie within the CSI gaming community.
Games
CSI Esports hopes to include popular titles like Rocket League, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Overwatch 2, with titles based on student interest and competitive viability.
Join Us in Building the Future of Esports at CSI
The Golden Eagles Esports Program is poised to become a leader in collegiate gaming, supporting students’ academic and athletic pursuits while promoting community engagement. We invite you to be a founding sponsor of this exciting new initiative.
How Your Support Makes a Difference
Your partnership will help lay the foundation for a premier collegiate esports program, providing vital resources for:
- Facilities & Equipment: A state-of-the-art gaming lab, equipped for training, competitive play, and live streaming, plus additional support spaces for training and wellness.
- Scholarships: Academic scholarships for outstanding student-athletes, fostering commitment to both education and esports.
- Community Initiatives: Engagement programs for local schools, workshops on digital literacy, and events promoting healthy gaming.
