A Conversation with Will English IV // FGC Enthusiast, Tournament Organizer, Awesome Big Brother

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The Academy of Esports

James O'Hagan

144 episodes

5 hours ago

The Academy of Esports podcast serves as the axis for a revolving series of conversations about the innovations, opportunities, challenges, and adventures to be found at the intersection of esports and education. Host James O’Hagan and his guests go beyond the games each week to explore how responsibly crafted scholastic esports programs can redefine athletic culture, diversify opportunities for student participation, increase career and collegiate scholarship opportunities, and honor the importance of play. This is a great podcast for students, educators, parents, and industry advocates.

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A Conversation with Will English IV // FGC Enthusiast, Tournament Organizer, Awesome Big Brother

The Academy of Esports

45 minutes 20 seconds

3 years ago

A Conversation with Will English IV // FGC Enthusiast, Tournament Organizer, Awesome Big Brother

Will English IV (the fourth!) grew up wanting to be in broadcasting. He had various jobs growing up but imagined myself as a newscaster or a weatherman, but the path to a stable career was very long. A competitive gamer at Homewood-Flossmoor High School and Northern Illinois University, Will saw esports as an opportunity to meld those worlds together. In this episode, we dive into Will's passion for the Fighting Game Community (FGC), his quest to build an amazing experience in virtual and physical spaces, what gaming has meant for his own mental health, and his love for his brother and connection they made through Sonic the Hedgehog.

Will English IV // Twitter // LinkedIn // Twitch

Sponsor // LeagueSpot

Esports is organized competitive video games allowing schools to redefine their athletic culture, diversify opportunities for student participation, promote physical and mental health, increase collegiate scholarship pathways, and play games! We cannot forget the importance of play! James O'Hagan (LinkedIn // Twitter) is the Founder and Host of The Academy of Esports podcast. The Academy of Esports (Website // Twitter) You may email any questions or topic suggestions to contact@taoesports.com.

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"8 Bit Adventure!" Querky Fun Game Music by HeatleyBros