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Texas Esports League Spring Finals 2024 Presented by Baylor University

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Check in with the Competition for the Texas Esports League Finals!

Gear Up for Glory! Texas Esports League Spring Finals Collide with CECC May Madness

Calling all gamers, enthusiasts, and future champions! The Texas Esports League Spring Finals Presented by Baylor University are heating up, and this year they're joining forces with the epic CECC May Madness 2024 at the Esports Stadium Arlington on May 4th and 5th!

Get ready for an electrifying weekend of Scholastic & Collegiate esports competition, but that's not all! CECC May Madness promises a festival-like atmosphere packed with activities for everyone.

Champions Rise in Texas Esports League

The Texas Esports League Spring Finals will see qualified teams from across the state battle it out for glory in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Overwatch 2, Rocket League, VALORANT, Tetris and more! Witness these scholastic superstars duke it out for the coveted championship title!

Stay Tuned, Schedules Incoming!

Middle School Competition: Saturday May 4th:

High School Competition: Sunday May 5th:

Don't Miss Out!

Tickets for CECC May Madness are expected to fly off the shelves, so secure your spot and be part of this historic esports event! General admission grants access to all the activities, while qualified scholastic players and coaches can snag free tickets through the Vanta Platform.

Buy Tickets Here: https://www.tixr.com/groups/esa/events/cecc-may-madness-2024-101301

For more information and ticketing details, head over to the CECC May Madness website.

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