Lake Area Technical College Esports – Watertown, SD, USA

A community college esports program with varsity-style infrastructure and broadcast opportunities. Lake Area Technical College (LATC) boasts a dynamic and rapidly expanding esports program, officially operating as a varsity-level offering embedded within student life and athletics. Held in a purpose-built esports arena adjacent to the student center, the program welcomes gamers of all levels—from first-time competitors to seasoned strategists—with full access to live broadcasts, coaching support, tournament eligibility, team jerseys, and even potential scholarships and financial aid rebates.

Students can also gain hands-on experience through roles as Esport Support Specialists, serving as event coordinators, managers, producers, and more—blending academic learning with esports operations and media.

Competitive activity is thriving: LATC fields teams in games like Super Smash Bros. and Rainbow Six Siege, with recent seasons filled with thrilling victories, regional matchups, and playoff pushes. Matches are regularly streamed live via LATC’s Twitch channel and hosted on campus at Door 2A.

The Esports Program also competes through the National Junior College Athletic Association Esports (NJCAAE) circuit, placing LATC within a broader collegiate esports network and championship ecosystem.

Gaming at a glance:
📍 1201 Arrow Ave, Watertown, SD 57201
🕒 Weekly organized practice/events; facility open to enrolled students
💻 High-end gear supporting Rocket League, Smash, Valorant, Street Fighter 6, etc.
🏆 JC athletics-level events, Twitch streams, organized competitions
💲 Free for LATC students, work-study and internship roles
🎯 Perfect for community college students and future esports pros

📞+1 (605) 882‑5284
📧 Not publicly listed
🌐 https://www.lakeareatech.edu/campus/student-activities-organizations/esports/