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Windy City Bulls and Esports host event for Chicago area students

The Windy City Bulls in collaboration with Esports hosted Esports Night on Saturday, February 26, at NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates.

The event was the creation of Esports Entrepreneur and I Play Games LLC (IPG) CEO Kevin Fair.

Fair brought together five Chicago area schools enrolled in the IPG After School Esports Program. The five schools that participated in the program last Saturday were Urban Prep Englewood, Uplift Community High School, Crane High School, Infinity Math & Science High School, and Spry Community High School.

The IPG Program teaches students about the career pathways of Esports and how to compete in several Esports Video Game titles.

The event combined the professional atmosphere of a G League Basketball game and the fun of Esports. Students, parents, and school administrators enjoyed Game Exhibitions for NBA 2K21, Rocket League, and Smash Bros.

The group was treated to courtside seating at the Windy City Bulls versus Maine Celtics Game.

Founded in 2009 by Kevin Fair, at the age of 23, I Play Games is a nationwide leader in event planning, providing gaming rooms and gaming-related entertainment. The company offers a wide range of products and services designed to enhance guests’ gaming experience.

Fair is a native Chicagoan and entrepreneur who believes in supporting his community. For more information, go to IPGNation.com. 

Joseph
Joseph G. Phillips

Joseph Phillips is the Sports Editor for the Chicago Crusader Newspaper. He is a Chicago native, who has been a sports writer for over 17 years. He also hosts the SC Media News and Sports Network Q&A radio show on WHPK 88.5 FM Chicago. He can be reached at [email protected].

Sports Editor at Chicago Crusader Newspaper | + posts

Joseph Phillips is the Sports Editor for the Chicago Crusader Newspaper. He is a Chicago native, who has been a sports writer for over 17 years. He also hosts the SC Media News and Sports Network Q&A radio show on WHPK 88.5 FM Chicago.

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