Northwood Esports captured four championship titles and several top finishes at two of the largest collegiate esports events of the year: the Collegiate Esports Commissioners Cup in Arlington, Texas, and National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) Nationals in San Antonio, Texas.
The Timberwolves brought home championship titles in the following categories:
- Playfly Valorant Tournament of Champions
- Playfly Overwatch Tournament of Champions
- Playfly Rocket League Tournament of Champions
- NECC Valorant Nationals (Final Four)
“All of our teams came into the Playfly Tournament of Champions confident, and every team that qualified made it to the grand finals,” said Head Coach Jacob R. Jacob. “Each win further cemented our position as a leader in collegiate esports.”
Northwood Overwatch overcame long days and technical challenges to claim their Playfly trophy.
“The roster was confident going in,” noted Assistant Coach Aden Frosch. “They pushed through adversity, leaned on each other, and came out on top in a thrilling final against Fisher College — a team they were both familiar with and excited to face.”
Rocket League’s triumph came despite physical setbacks.
“There was concern about Gwilym ‘Creamz’ Muir’s wrist injury,” said Ryan Sebek, Northwood Esports’ competitions and broadcast manager. “But not only did he play through it, he was so confident during the grand final that he recorded a vlog mid-match. That speaks volumes.”
For Northwood’s Valorant squad, a business-like focus carried them to victory in the Playfly Valorant Tournament of Champions.
“The team treated it as business as usual,” Jacob added. “We knew what we were capable of, and we executed.”
The NECC Valorant Nationals win in San Antonio demanded grit and perseverance, Jacob said.
“Our players stayed focused and battled through a grueling schedule to bring home the win,” he added.
In addition to their championship victories, Northwood Esports earned several runner-up finishes, including:
- Playfly Counter-Strike 2 Tournament of Champions
- Playfly League of Legends Tournament of Champions
- Playfly Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament of Champions
- NECC League of Legends Nationals – Final Four
- NECC Overwatch – Final Four
The Timberwolves also placed No. 3 nationally in the 2025 College Call of Duty standings, outpacing more than 100 schools, and finished in the Top 4 in CECC Valorant, Overwatch, and Rocket League.
Poised for a Stronger 2025-26 Season
As the 2024-25 season concludes, Northwood Esports is already looking ahead.
“Over the past year, the competition across the collegiate esports landscape has leveled up,” Frosch noted. “We have been tested, but we have proven why we’re still among the best. And next year, we’ll be even stronger.”
“This spring marks the beginning of a return to form for the Northwood esports dynasty,” Jacob added. “We’re welcoming new talent to replace key graduating players and building elite rosters for emerging games like Deadlock and Marvel Rivals. We’re just getting started.”
For more information about Northwood Esports, visit esports.northwood.edu or fill out this inquiry form to connect with the coaching staff.
