Esports Madness, the electrifying prelude to the EBREL Championship, took Baton Rouge by storm! It was a day of dazzling displays, unexpected upsets, and exhilarating competition that left everyone buzzing. Rocket League Hoops kicked off the high school division, with Tara High and Baton Rouge High igniting the stage. Tara displayed impressive teamwork, taking down Istrouma in a thrilling semifinal.
Meanwhile, Baton Rouge High dominated Northeast, setting the stage for a heated championship clash. In the end, Tara High emerged victorious, claiming the Rocket League Hoops championship title in a nail-biting best-of-three series! Elementary School saw Magnolia Woods advance due to a forfeit, while Villa Del Rey’s 5th graders swept Park Forest. LaBelle Aire’s young guns then took down Villa Del Rey’s 4th graders. In the semifinals, Capitol displayed dominance, while LaBelle Aire continued their strong run. But the true magic unfolded in the finals! LaBelle Aire pulled off a stunning upset, defeating the seemingly unstoppable Capitol 2-1 to claim the Elementary Rocket League Hoops Championship!
Middle School was no less exciting. Scotlandville Middle secured a bye due to a forfeit, while Southeast Middle edged out Capitol Middle in a thrilling 2-1 battle. In the finals, Scotlandville Middle displayed their mastery, sweeping Southeast to become Rocket League Hoops Middle School Champions. In the Madden tournament we saw Coby Robinson from Tara triumph, setting up a championship rematch with Kameron Kelly from Scotlandville High. This highly anticipated clash promises to be an epic repeat of last year’s championship, where Kameron emerged victorious. In Super Smash Bros. Wesley Stein emerged victorious from a field of 22 competitors, claiming his first-ever tournament win and securing a coveted spot in the EBREL Championship Final Four.
Finally, Mario Kart showcased its potential as an official tournament game for next season, with Jasper Hill claiming victory. Esports Madness proved once again that passion, teamwork, and a sprinkle of surprise can ignite a champion’s spirit. The EBREL Championship promises even more electrifying competition, so be sure to tune in and witness some epic matches coming to you.
