VDO Gaming & Esports Education

09/27/2026

The 5th Annual NYS High School Showcase was a great success, and we want to take this opportunity to thank all the schools that participated (some traveled hours to get here).

We also want to let the coaches and all the people that dedicate their time helping the kids build their dreams know that without you, the kids would not have had a chance to attend this event. We appreciate your dedication to the kids.

We also want to thank all the sponsors that helped make this event successful, and without your support, this event would not have been able to be done at the MVP Arena. We are looking forward to building a deeper partnership with you.

As was said by Michael Crossman (CEO of Claim to Fame Entertainment LLC, General Manager of VDO Gaming & eSports Education LLC, and Head Coach for the Bryant & Stratton College eSports team)—it's all about the KIDS, and that is why we do what we do.

09/26/2026

The schools are set for the 5th Annual NYS High School Esports Showcase.

On Saturday, September 26, students from eight schools will compete at MVP Arena in Albany in Rocket League, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Marvel Rivals.

Representing this year’s Showcase:

Berne-Knox-Westerlo CSD
Rensselaer City School District
Johnson City CSD
West Genesee Central School District
Bethlehem Central School District
Health, Arts, Robotics and Technology High School, NYC Public Schools
Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District
Washingtonville Central School District

These students are traveling from communities across New York to compete, represent their schools, and take part in a day that also connects them with colleges, employers, technology companies, workforce organizations, and community partners.

Saturday, September 26, 2026
MVP Arena, Albany, NY
Doors open at 10:00 AM
Main Showcase: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Admission is free. Tournament participation is free. MVP Arena standard parking rates apply.

Come out and support New York high school esports.

MVP Health Care
Daniel McCoy - Albany County Executive

09/24/2026

09/22/2026

https://news.va.gov/146093/from-marine-to-esports-entrepreneur/

After eight years in the Marine Corps, John Crossman transitioned with skills that would later shape his approach to business and as an entrepreneur.

09/22/2026

History is being made in Albany, NY!

We are proud to support the 5th 2026 NYS High School Esports Showcase, hosted by Claim to Fame Entertainment LLC, a landmark event bringing together high school esports competitors, educators, administrators, and industry professionals from across New York State!

Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 10:00 AM

MVP Arena | 51 South Pearl St., Albany, NY

This is history in the making—the 5th Annual High School Esports Competition is the very first ever to be held at the MVP Arena! This is more than a gaming event; it’s a movement. The 2026 NYS High School Esports Showcase is a statewide celebration of student achievement, workforce readiness, career exposure, and the power of esports as an educational tool.

Here’s what makes this event special:

Free to attend and open to the community

Scholarship opportunities for competing students

5th Annual High School Esports at MVP Arena

Esports competition at the highest high school level

Educational programming and career pathway exposure

Networking for schools, sponsors, and industry professionals

As a proud sponsor, VDO Gaming & eSports Education LLC is committed to expanding access to esports education across New York and beyond. Events like this are exactly why we do what we do.

Let’s show New York State what esports education can do. See you on September 26th!



09/18/2026

We will be closed on September 25th and 26th for the High School Showcase at the MVP Arena.

This is a free event for everyone; come and watch high schools battle for $5000.00 in cash or equipment for their school's esports program.

09/11/2026

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