Everyone Makes the TEAM
There are no cuts in Esports, even if you don't get to play the game you want due to the maximum number of players on one team. There are many other options, such as junior coaching and analytical roles. I will be picking a team captain to help facilitate and coordinate with other school team captains to set up scrimmages and if they want to hold their own individual practices.
Practices
As of right now, practices will be Tuesdays and/or Thursdays. But the great thing about Esports is we can be very flexible; gameplay is currently done at the athlete's house due to the school having no gaming hardware (I'm working very hard to get some consoles). The practice days are more for us to get together and discuss strategies and routines. They will do that until we meet again and adjust if needed.
The best platform to use for Esports is Discord. Most high school students are familiar with this gaming platform and the ease of screen sharing their gameplay with the team. I might set up a parent's section for information this year. But Freedom High School is pushing to use the BAND app so I will see what that entails. More to come...
When does Esports begin?
I often check the Home Campus App to see who is cleared and who is not. Once I see "Cleared" or "Practice Only," I send individual emails to set up the next step, which is basically a quick conversation about what game you want to play and whether you have the console (and game) at home to practice on. The official fall schedule has yet to be posted, but here is a rough roadmap for the fall season:
Key Dates for Fall 2024
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Enrollment Deadline: September 20, 2024 (Pre-enrolled in Smash, Madden, and NBA2K)
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Season Starts: September 7, 2024
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Roster Locks: November 11, 2024
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Season Ends: December 25, 2024
How do I contact Coach Lambert?
The best way for Athletes and Parents to contact me is by cell phone. You can call or text (preferred) me at 925.305.7609. I work for the Liberty Union High School District, and I'm always running around between the 6 sites. If I don't answer you right away, I will in the afternoon when I'm free. I will also be setting up the BAND app this week. I just need to learn it and see if it will actually work for Esports.
