Forney ISD Esports Teams Shine at Regional Tournament, Securing Scholarships and State Invites
The district's esports teams showcased impressive talent at a recent regional tournament held on Saturday. The event attracted over 200 players from 23 different schools throughout the area, providing a competitive platform for local students to demonstrate their skills and sportsmanship. Forney students not only excelled in various competitions but also opened doors to college opportunities with their outstanding performances.
Marvel Rivals Team Earns State Invitation and Top 2 Finish
The Forney ISD Marvel Rivals team achieved a remarkable Top 2 finish, successfully advancing to the Grand Finals and earning a coveted invitation to the state tournament. Their strategic gameplay and consistent performance have positioned Forney among the elite teams in the Texas esports landscape.
Three Forney ISD Students Receive Full-Ride Scholarship Offers
In a significant milestone for the district, three Forney ISD students were awarded full-ride scholarship offers to Trinity Valley Community College (TVCC) in Athens, a testament to their excellence in the Marvel Rivals competition. The recipients are:
Jeremiah Dunn, 11th grade, Forney High School
Sekwone Banks, 10th grade, Forney High School
Aaron Chan, 12th grade, North Forney High School
This achievement marks one of the largest single-day scholarship recognitions in the history of Forney ISD esports.
Forney ISD Competitors Excel in Smash Bros. Brackets
In the highly competitive Smash Bros. bracket, which featured 120 players, Forney ISD demonstrated its depth of talent by placing four students in the Top 16. Congratulations to the following competitors:
Jaden Persaud (10th grade)
Nixar Castro
Devoe Ward
Jeremiah Dunn
The Smash Bros. playoffs are set to continue on November 19, where these talented Forney students will strive to advance even further in the competition.
