The Sooner Dojo Series for Fall 2024 College Football is set to kick off! Every Friday during an OU Football home game weekend, a fan-based tournament will take place, allowing participants to pay to enter. This event marks the first semester in the SEC and the beginning of a new football season, coinciding with the long-awaited release of EA’s new game.
Initially, the tournaments leading up to the Tennessee game will primarily engage OU students and fans. However, post-Tennessee, marketing efforts will ramp up significantly in an effort to establish an OU versus guest bracket to determine who boasts the best fans in college football as the games progress. Currently, there are no pre-registration options available.
Participants can simply show up, pay the entry fees, and compete. It’s important to note that EA is not a sponsor or affiliated with this tournament.
The entry fees leading up to the Tulane Game Weekend (September 14) are $5 for the venue and $5 for the bracket prize pot. After the Tennessee Game Weekend on September 20, the fees will increase to $10 for the venue and $10 for the bracket.
Relevant details include:
– Event coordination through Start.gg’s event page.
– A comprehensive events page will be actively developed to provide full calendars and event types.
– Rulesets will reflect OU Esports and co-curricular innovation guidelines, which are currently under development.
– Jonathan “JTran” Tran will serve as the tournament organizer.
Additional details:
– The event is open to individuals aged 13 and older, while all ages are welcome to attend.
– The tournament is entirely open to the public, accepting cash and major credit cards.
– Pot bonuses might occasionally be available thanks to sponsors.
– It’s advisable to follow the OU Gaming Club’s marketing for updates.
– Payout structures will generally follow a 60/30/10 split or potentially a winner-take-all format, depending on participant numbers and feedback.
– Full event production will enhance the experience, allowing participants to rewatch their gameplay as part of the competitive esports environment.
– Technical preparations include five PS5 and three Xbox consoles, with the option for participants to bring their own controllers.
For minors interested in competing, a signed permission form is required, which must be filled out annually. Sanctioned K-12 school programs are also encouraged to reach out to esports@ou.edu in advance to ensure all necessary protections and documentation are in place.
This event is proudly hosted by the OU Gaming Club, with further information accessible through their official event page.