Mississippi State’s esports team continues to dominate the digital arena, capturing yet another national title and further cementing its status as one of the leading programs in the U.S.
During the recent National Esports Collegiate Conference tournament, Mississippi State gamers put down the controllers with the knowledge of knowing they successfully defended a Division 8 West championship won in December. MSU Esports’ Valorant Black team defeated Western Colorado University in a best-of-five series.
Our very own MSU Esports team are national champs! 🏆🎮 Former president Will Bratton shares how the team made history and opened doors for future careers — proving it’s more than just gaming. pic.twitter.com/6NVxAwNbCr
— Mississippi State (@msstate) May 13, 2025
The Bulldogs’ championship win adds to an already stellar season, including winning the esports Egg Bowl over rival Ole Miss, 4-3, for the second year in a row.
MSU Esports supports more than 25 competitive rosters competing in leagues such as the NECC, SEC, SEL, CCS, CRL, CSL, and AVGL. With more than five teams placing nationally this season, Mississippi State has led the way in the Southeastern Conference and become a premiere program across all colleges and universities.
The program’s meteoric rise aligns with broader industry trends. According to a recent study from Statista, the U.S. esports market generated approximately $243 million in revenue in 2021.
