The British Esports Association (BEA) has announced plans to open a National Esports Performance Campus (NEPC) in Sunderland. Stating this'll be a ‘multi-million-pound commitment,’ that's due to open in Summer 2022.
Speaking in a press release, the BEA confirms NEPC will host various courses for esports athletes and other industry related jobs. Reportedly, gamers will have dedicated esports classrooms, performance rooms, streaming booths, and arena space.
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A National Esports Performance Campus Is Coming to Sunderland
Detailing this news further, BEA's chief executive officer, Chester King offered this statement:
Considering esports' growth over the years, with numerous companies putting big sponsorship money into hosted tournaments, we wouldn’t be surprised to see more countries develop similar campuses. We'll keep you informed as we learn more.