Coincidence or the result of sustainable talent development? The turn of the year offers all League of Legends players the opportunity to take a significant step in their career. For us, this means recognizing and celebrating the successes and career leaps of our talents. Today we celebrate the successes of three former DKB Diamonds (RAW)…
Karina “Plantyse” Karachorova, a 17-year-old athlete from Bulgaria, is doing two completely different kinds of sports – fencing and esports. Karina is a Brawl Stars player and has been part of our #EQUALESPORTS program since 2022. She is convinced that fencing and esports are sports that have more in common than you might initially think.…
What is the Equal eSports Cup? The EEC is the largest League of Legends tournament for women and non-binary players in Europe. Our aim is to offer players a stage so that they can showcase their skills and draw attention to themselves. The Equal eSports Cup took place for the first time in 2023. Over…
DKB Diamonds become part of the XPERION NXT universe We are very pleased to announce that the DKB Diamonds are now officially part of the XPERION NXT universe(XPERION Germany) and will discover many exciting opportunities under the name DKB XPERION NXT. For those of you who have been following our previous posts closely, you probably…
Given that one’s esports career can be short-lived and influenced by various factors such as injuries, performance, changing gaming trends or personal life, more and more are emphasizing the importance of esports players also pursuing other long-term career goals. That is why the topic of profession and dual careers also plays a major role for…
Esports or profession? With the Xantaro IT-Trials you can do both! A year has passed since Lasse Lorenz was faced with an important decision that many young people are familiar with: Should he devote himself fully to his passion – in his case, esports – or choose the supposedly safer route and head straight into…
Robert Brysik, an extraordinary talent In esports, young talents who attract attention before the age of 16 are rare, especially in EA FC, as the entry age for EA Sports competitions is usually 16. However, 13-year-old Robert Brysik has not let this stop him from getting stronger and stronger as a player. With many impressive…
Return of the Equal eSports Cup The esports player foundation (epf) is pleased to announce the return of the Equal eSports Cupthe largest League of Legends (LoL) tournament for women and non-binary players. The competition is entering its second season and promises exciting new features and increased competitive intensity. Teams and participation Eight teams will…
Deutsche Bahn Esports and apprenticeship, a “perfect match” The esports player foundation (epf) is consistently committed to supporting talented esports players and at the same time offering them sustainable career opportunities. In cooperation with Deutsche Bahn, epf gives young players the opportunity to combine their passion for esports with solid professional training. Minh Thu Pham…
Continuation of Games&Politics with Vote for Europe On 18.04. we had the pleasure of presenting the latest edition of the Games&Politics series live on Twitch together with the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung. Under the title “Vote for Europe”, the focus was on topics such as esports and gaming in Europe, highlighting the diverse potential of these…
Upgrade for the home setup of our talents with LeetDesk We are pleased to welcome LeetDesk as a new partner of the esports player foundation. Thanks to this partnership, we can now provide our talents with ergonomic, height-adjustable gaming tables. Optimum equipment for maximum performance The new LeetDesk tables are specially designed to meet the…
Which teams will secure the last two spots in the Equal eSports Cup? This weekend, the Open Qualifier of the Equal eSports Cup 2024 will take place. A total of 20 teams will be competing to secure the last two spots in this globally unique esports tournament. With a record participation of 20 teams, the…
Lilipp does not give up A motto that describes Philipp “Lilipp” Englert perfectly. For three and a half years now, Lilipp has been supported by the esports player foundation. During this time, he has experienced an eventful esports career that has been characterized by highs and lows. But now, at the age of 23, Lilipp…
Esports at the station: Nuremberg Central Station becomes an EA FC hotspot Last Saturday, as part of our cooperation with our partner Deutsche Bahn, we transformed Nuremberg Central Station into a vibrant EA FC hotspot. Our goal was clear: we wanted to appeal to talented young people and get them excited about a promising apprenticeship…
Denis Howell: From player to Head of CS Following the end of his active career, Denis “denis” Howell has joined the esports player foundation as the new Head of Counter-Strike. He completely restructured and rebuilt our CS division in a very short time. Today, he looks after 21 talented players, some of whom made the…
Work and esports – is that possible? The dream of becoming an esports pro while entering a new professional field sounds like a pipe dream to many, impossible to realize in reality. But with the support of Xantaro, our dedicated partner, this dream is becoming a reality for our IT Trials talents. An outstanding example…
The Equal eSports Initiative is growing The esports player foundation is pleased to announce another milestone in the Equal eSports initiative. With the addition of the popular game Valorant, we continue our mission to provide a platform for women and non-binary talent to develop their passion and skills in the esports world. This expansion follows…
The first offline game of the 2nd division of the Prime League What a journey! Our team, DKB XPERION NXT, has fought its way to the top of the Techniker Prime League table with an impressive performance. The offline premiere against the ROSSMANN Centaurs was a moment we all won’t soon forget – a strong…
Equal eSports achieves global reach The success of the Equal eSports talent promotion can be measured not only by impressive figures, but above all by the global reach we have achieved. While millions of impressions are an important indicator of the success of our application campaign, the focus for us is: How many talented players…
A comprehensive development program for esports talent Deutsche Bahn is setting new standards in talent development: with our unique DB Esports Scholarship, we offer young esports talents everything they need for a successful career. In the dynamic world of esports, it is becoming increasingly important to promote talent not only in terms of sport, but…
We look back The third year of the Equal eSports Initiative was characterized by impressive successes and significant developments. The talent camps and the Equal eSports Festival have once again demonstrated the importance of supporting and providing a platform for up-and-coming talent. In this article, we take a look at the highlights of the past…
The finalists have been announced – €10,000 in prize money and exciting matches await spectators The main round and playoffs of the Equal eSports Cup 2024 have been completed and the finalists are now ready to compete at the prestigious Gamescom. Three teams – NNOwO, G2 Hel and Team GO Aurora – are still competing…
Successful cooperation with gaming influencers to promote young talent Over the past two months, Deutsche Bahn, in collaboration with the esports player foundation, has launched an exciting campaign that combines gaming and education as part of its esports scholarship. Through the cooperation with well-known influencers such as Kalle Koschinsky from the world of esports and…
Fourth round of the Equal eSports Talent Camps – more participants and international diversity The Equal eSports talent development program is entering its fourth year in 2024 and is once again setting standards in the promotion of young talent from the world of esports. As part of this year’s Equal eSports talent camps, our coaches…
Brawl Stars inspires children and young people – how parents can support and encourage their children along the way Brawl Stars has become one of the most popular mobile games in recent years, especially among children and young people. The action-packed, team-oriented game requires strategic thinking, skill and cooperation – skills that are becoming increasingly…
Responsible gaming – guidelines for young people and teachers in the digital age In an era where digital media is omnipresent and the online world is becoming increasingly influential, many young people dream of making it as an influencer or streamer. The idea of reaching a large community through creative content and potentially generating a…
A thrilling final and a well-deserved victory NNOwO has done it! After an exciting and hard-fought tournament, the team triumphed at the Equal eSports Cup 2024 and prevailed against G2 Hel. This victory marks another milestone in the esports career of NNOwO’s players and once again proves the relevance of tournaments and opportunities such as…
Esports players in the IT industry Esports and IT – a combination that absolutely harmonizes on closer inspection. Esports players have a wide range of skills that make them ideal candidates for careers in IT. Their technical affinity, ability to solve complex problems, analytical mindset and creativity are in high demand in the IT industry.…