ADA, OKLA. ā Konawa High School Senior Will Neurauter has officially signed with East Central Universityās Esports program, becoming the first student recruited directly to °µĶųTV through its expanding competitive gaming initiative. This milestone marks a significant step forward for both schools and highlights the growing role of Esports in educational pathways.
°µĶųTV Tiger Esports Director Cody Soden and Konawa Esports Coach Brandon Preston have spent the past two years developing a bridge between the two programsāone that now demonstrates real success. Neurauter, inspired by °µĶųTVās esports program and its support for academic success, found a collegiate home for his passion and performance in Esports.
āThis is a huge first for Konawa, °µĶųTV, and the community,ā said Soden. āEsports is now a sport that can begin in high school and carry students into college.ā
Preston also commented on the precedent set by the collaboration between °µĶųTV and Konawa High School, saying, "We at Konawa are so excited for Will and this amazing opportunity for him and his family and this pipeline between °µĶųTV and Konawa. Iām looking forward to continuing to work with Cody for years to come."
Neurauter will join the °µĶųTV Tiger Esports program in Fall 2025 on scholarship, contributing to a growing roster of student-athletes competing in the Great American Conference and National collegiate conferences. The partnership between Konawa and °µĶųTV reflects a shared commitment to recognizing the academic and career potential within the Esports industry.
For more information, or for inquiries about recruitment, contact Soden at csoden@ecok.edu or call 580-559-5554.
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