Esports Summer Camp
We are excited to announce the return of our esports summer camp June 23-25, 2026. The Shawnee State Esports Summer Camp is a 3-day, on-campus experience designed for students in grades 8–12. The camp emphasizes structured training, coaching, and competitive play in a collegiate esports environment.
Participants will train and compete in Valorant (Team-Based) and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Individual) but the lessons learned, apply to all game titles.
Program Structure
Day 1 – Valorant Training & Competition
● Skill development (mechanics, roles, communication)
● Coach-led ranked sessions
● Tournament seeding matches
● End-of-day VOD review and feedback
Day 2 – Smash Ultimate Training & Competition
● Individual skill development (movement, combos, neutral)
● Coaching rotations and applied practice
● Tournament seeding bracket
● Match analysis and improvement planning
Day 3 – Championship & Showcase
● Final tournament brackets for both titles
● Grand Finals for Valorant and Smash
● Showmatch featuring Shawnee State players
● Awards ceremony and closing
Program Cost
$195 and includes lunch daily, a custom Shawnee State Esports camp t-shirt, and awards for top competitors.
Schedule
9 AM - 3 PM, Students may be dropped off as early as 8:30 AM and picked up as late as 3:30 PM.
Location
The Kricker Innovation Hub at Shawnee State University, 221 Chillicothe Street, Portsmouth, Ohio
For more information
Please contact Adam Schuler at aschuler@shawnee.edu or call 740-351-3088.