About Us
OUR VISION
To create a thriving university and college esports culture — where rivalries, careers and legacies begin.
ABOUT THE COLLEGIATE SERIES
The Ireland Esports Collegiate Series is the official national competition for 16 universities and colleges across the island.
Built on campus pride and competitive spirit, this is where players represent their institutions, develop real skills, and make their mark on the national stage.
With support from university departments, esports societies, alumni, and national partners, the series is designed to be more than just games — it’s a gateway to opportunity.
COLLEGIATE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
This initiative aims to deepen collaboration with our university stakeholders while ensuring the sustainable growth and impact of collegiate esports in Ireland.
Provide insights and recommendations to enhance the Ireland Esports Collegiate Series
Ensure alignment with the academic, cultural, and social values of participating universities
Foster collaboration between esports, traditional sports, and academic disciplines within the network
Advocate esports as a credible and innovative platform for skills development and career pathways
Identify opportunities for growth and innovation, including partnerships, funding, and student engagement
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STORY BEHIND THE COLLEGIATE SERIES
Historically, collegiate esports in Ireland started with purpose back in 2017, the timeline for its evolution is as follows by academic year:
2017-2021 - Irish Collegiate Esports
2021-2022 - Legion Collegiate
2022-2023 - Nativz Collegiate
2023-present - Ireland Esports Collegiate Series
Since Nativz Gaming took the reigns back in September 2022, there has been a steady flow of improvements based on student feedback and innovation all with the purpose of achieving a sustainable business model.
PART OF IRELAND ESPORTS LEAGUES
Ireland Esports Leagues (IEL) is our independent platform that is building the competitive structure, telling the cultural story and growing the talent pipeline for Irish esports—from schools to society.
The Collegiate Series, sits alongside our Schools Series and Compay Series.
Whether you’re looking to play in a social league, begin your pathway-to-pro, or build a career in gaming or esports - this is the place for you.
STRATEGIC PILLARS
Community – Building rivalries and friendships across campuses
Pathways – Creating opportunities for students to go pro, become staff, or launch their careers
Culture – Powered by bold branding, broadcast talent, and meme-driven energy
Innovation – Run on Nemesis, our competitive gaming platform.
POWERED BY NATIVZ GAMING
Collegiate Series is delivered by Nativz Gaming, the team behind Ireland Esports Leagues, the Nemesis platform, and the Nativz Esports Club, whose Academy programme nurtures talent from the very competitions we run.
With 30+ years’ crossover experience in sport, gaming and digital media, Nativz helps companies, communities, brands, educators and creators make esports work for them — from team tournaments to consulting and activation strategy.
