Esports qualifies for postseason for second straight year

Central Michigan University's Rocket League team has once again secured its place in the Esports Collegiate Conference Championship Tournament, marking back-to-back postseason appearances and a milestone year for the program. CMU enters the Fall 2025 Championship as the #3 seed, the team's highest finish to date.

A breakthrough regular season

The team capped off an impressive regular season, finishing third behind Akron and Ball State, both nationally ranked top 15 programs in Collegiate Rocket League (CRL). This strong performance highlights the team's continued growth and rising competitiveness within one of the nation's strongest esports conferences.

First match: CMU vs Eastern Michigan

The ESC Championship will take place December 6-7 at Miami University (Oxford, Ohio). CMU opens the weekend against #6 Eastern Michigan University in Round 1 on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 9:00 a.m. EST.

The tournament follows a double-elimination format, giving teams a second chance to climb the bracket after a loss.

Watch the action

Broadcast information for the tournament will be shared on CMU Esports' social media channels. Fans can also follow the official ESC broadcast at twitch.tv/esc_conference.

Player Perspective

"We're all excited to show off how we've improved from our last showing at the ESC Championship. It was a great time last year and I'm happy to be back yet again," said Jake "Bwear" Harless, Rocket League player.

For updates and more information about CMU Esports, contact esports@cmich.edu or follow @cmichesports on social media.