Esports Delivers in Week 6 with Strong Postseason Showings
TEXARKANA, Texas – Week 6 brought high-speed finishes, playoff pushes, and another podium performance for Texas A&M University–Texarkana Esports as the Eagles continue stacking strong results across multiple titles.
iRacing (CIL)
Wesley Shaw turned in another steady drive, qualifying 25th and battling his way to a 20th-place finish. At one point, he climbed as high as sixth, showcasing strong pace before settling back into the field. As has become tradition this season, he skillfully avoided multiple wrecks to keep the car clean and bring home points.
Next up: Auto Club Speedway.
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Rocket League
The Eagles entered playoff Friday with high expectations in a best-of-five bracket.
- vs New Florida College – W 3-0
- vs Keiser University – L 3-2
- vs Southeastern University – L 3-2
TAMUT ultimately secured a fourth-place finish after two narrow 3-2 losses. The semifinal matchup against Keiser had all the intensity of a championship bout, with every game coming down to tight rotations and clutch finishes.
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Overwatch 2
The Eagles opened playoffs with a quarterfinal win over the St. Thomas University Bobcats, advancing to face Savannah College of Art and Design in the semifinals.
After a tough semifinal result, TAMUT regrouped and delivered when it mattered most — sweeping Keiser University 3-0 to secure a third-place finish.
Next tournament action for Overwatch begins March 13.
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Rainbow Six (PCL)
TAMUT dropped its first Rainbow 6 match of the season against Columbia College.
- Game 1: 7-5
- Game 2: 7-3
Despite the setback, the Eagles remain focused as PCL play continues Tuesday.
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Apex Legends (PCL)
Another huge night for Apex. TAMUT scored 45 points, solidifying second place overall after three weeks of competition.
Standings:
- San Jose State University – 160
- TAMUT – 147
- Seminole State College of Florida – 114
The Eagles are firmly in the title hunt heading into Week 4.
Week Ahead
- Monday: iRacing – CIL
- Tuesday: Rainbow 6 – PCL
- Wednesday: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – SUN (Final Regular Season Match)
- Thursday: Apex Legends – PCL Week 4
Another packed slate awaits as the Eagles continue their playoff pushes and championship pursuits.