By Satchet Singh, HALT Candidate, PhD Candidate at UniSA and Digital Technologies Coordinator, Endeavour College
My journey into the world of educational eSports began at a former school in New Zealand, sparked by a Microsoft online workshop that opened my eyes to the untapped potential of gaming in education.
What started as a written proposal quickly evolved into a thriving eSports club. Students began training weekly in Rocket League, forming teams, discussing tactics, and discovering a new outlet for connection and collaboration. We entered local competitions, including a Halo Infinite event, and were later invited to the national eSports tournament in Invercargill. Taking a group of 11 students to compete was a proud milestone. It wasn’t just about winning—it was about belonging, communication, and growth.
Our community soon rallied around the initiative. Inspired by a blog I had written, an independent hardware company offered to sponsor a tournament by providing equipment in exchange for branding. A landmark event followed: an inter-school competition attended by the broader community. With support from the local council, businesses, and educators, the event showcased the power of eSports to bring people together and inspire action.
These successes led to wider recognition. I shared our journey with educators in South Auckland and later presented at a professional development event in the Cook Islands. Each opportunity reinforced the growing understanding that eSports belongs in schools—not on the fringe, but at the core of contemporary learning.
Now at Endeavour College, my goal is to recreate and expand that vision—backed by a school community that values innovation and student voice. Endeavour is firmly committed to offering students access to cutting-edge technology and rich extracurricular opportunities, including a dedicated weekly eSports club. Students are actively preparing for the Term 2 Rocket League competition, with aspirations of hosting an inter-school tournament and competing in national and international events.
Our eSports initiative is supported by Endeavour College’s broader digital strategy, which includes high-performance computing equipment, immersive learning environments, and cross-curricular links to STEM, media, and the arts. We’re also collaborating with researchers from the University of South Australia to explore the psychology behind gaming—integrating academic insight with practical application.
ESports is not just about play—it’s about purpose. Structured programs teach critical thinking, resilience, and leadership. They intersect naturally with disciplines such as mathematics, psychology, and computer science, creating a multidisciplinary approach to education.
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