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Esports Ohio is seeking four Ohio colleges or universities
to each host one Regional Championship event on
February 20–21, 2027
UPDATE — SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED
The deadline to submit proposals to host an Esports Ohio 2027 Regional Championship has been extended to Friday, September 4, 2026.
Esports Ohio is accepting proposals from Ohio colleges and universities interested in hosting one of four Regional Championship LAN events during the 2026–2027 season.
Each selected institution will host the championship for one region:
Northeast Ohio
Northwest Ohio
Southwest Ohio
Central-Southeast Ohio
The four events will be held concurrently on February 20-21, 2027 and will determine qualifiers for the Esports Ohio State Championship.
Hosting provies an opportunity to welcome Ohio high school competitors, coaches, families, and spectators while showcasing your institution's campus, esports program, academic pathways, technology facilities, and student opportunities.
February 20–21,2027
September 4, 2026
September 18, 2026
Regional Championships give colleges and universities a direct opportunity to connect with Ohio high school students, coaches, schools, and families.
Host institutions can use the event to highlight:
Collegiate esports opportunities
Technology and production facilities
Recruitment opportunities
Student leadserhip and event operations
Academic and career pathways
Campus life
Community engagement
The RFP specifically identifies campus tours, recruitment events, esports program strength, facilities, prodcution capabilities, and other added value opoprtunities as factors in the proposal review process.
COMPETITION AND TECHNOLOGY
At least 25 compeitions PCs
At least 2 production/streaming PCs
At least 2 Nintendo Switch consoles with required DLCs
Dedicated 1 Gbps symmetcial internet
Appropriate network switches
Headsets, mice, and keyboards for all students
PRODUCTION AND AUDIENCE EXPERIENCE
Support for up to 2 concurrent livestreams
At least 2 viewing monitors, 55" or larger
Space for spectators near the competition area
Space for at least 3 sponsor/vendor tables
STAFFING
Host sites are expected to provide:
Front-of-house and guest services staff
Broadcast and production support
On-site network and technical support
At least 5 general event volunteers at all times
Esports Ohio will provide rules officials and bracket administrators.
Esports Ohio retains ticket and merchandise revenue.
The host site retains concession revenue.
Parking must be available to competitors, spectators, and buses.
Host must accomodate official Esports Ohio sponsors and vendors.
Hosts may propose added-value opportunities such as campus tours or recruitment programming.
Proposals should clearly identify the region the institution is applying to host and should address:
Facility capabilities and layout
Compeition and production equipment
Internet and network infrastructure
Staffing and volunteer support
Livestream capabilities
Parking and food options
Strength of the institution's esports program
Recruitment or campus-engagemetn opportunities
Any additional value the institution can provide
Submit your proposal by September 4, 2026
Kevin Koncsol
Vice President of Tournament, Esports Ohio
kkoncsol@esportsohio.org