The Blinn College esports team fell to James Madison University in a Rocket League match Monday.
The 3-0 decision dropped the Buccaneers to 0-4 overall in the National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE) East 6 Conference.
Competing for Blinn were Logan Mcclain, Braeden Buffington, and Xavier Johnson.
“While the scoreboard may not reflect it, our players demonstrated significant progress compared to previous matches, underscoring their unwavering commitment to self-improvement,” said Blinn assistant coach and Rocket League manager Kyle Murto. “Despite a tough start to the NACE regular season, our team’s relentless dedication to honing its skills and addressing weaknesses remains at the forefront. While this season will be ending in a few weeks, we are looking forward to the upcoming NJCAA Esports competitions in the spring.”
Blinn’s Rocket League team will have an extended break before a NACE doubleheader on Monday, Oct. 16. The Bucs will battle the University of Cincinnati at 6 p.m. and Thomas College at 8 p.m.
Blinn Call of Duty will face Iowa Western Community College in an NJCAA Esports matchup at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 2. The Bucs’ Overwatch squad will also be in action Tuesday when they battle Bethany Lutheran College in a NACE tilt at 7:30 p.m.
Blinn has competed in intercollegiate athletics since 1903 and captured 44 NJCAA national championships since 1987.
