Amazon has officially launched Amazon University Esports, a partnership with GGTech Entertainment and The NUEL, which will be a competitive series set to debut in the United Kingdom, Spain, and Italy in 2020.
More than 200 universities are expected to participate in 2020. The series will see teams compete in Riot Games’ League of Legends and Teamfight Tactics, as well as Supercell’s Clash Royale.
Additionally, Amazon University Esports plans to introduce additional European countries in future seasons, along with an expanded slate of tournaments and events.
“Amazon University Esports will bring new, exciting opportunities for students in the UK and across Europe” Jose Parilla Perez, Founder and CEO of GGTech Entertainment said in an official statement.
“The scale of the project will allow more students to participate in university esports and attract a larger audience to support the next generation of talent in the industry.”
“We’re incredibly excited about working with GGTech and Amazon to grow the student esports community across Europe” Josh Williams, founder and Managing Director of The NUEL said.
“Working together, we will have the scale and resources to provide more pathways for students to get into esports and have great experiences. We’re looking forward to developing this partnership over the coming months and years.”
