MHSEL Community E-News
"Game On" is the Michigan High School Esports League's community e-newsletter. The goal of this publication is to provide educators & coaches with important announcements, information and insight on all things esports and its connection to students and education.
TUNE IN > > > MHSEL Happenings
MHSEL Honored with National Award from PlayVS
In recognition of their outstanding contributions to the esports community, MHSEL Director Ryan Cayce and Assistant Director Maggie Helmer were honored with the 2025 PlayVS Community Trailblazer Award this past spring. This national accolade celebrates individuals who have gone above and beyond to build, support and uplift their esports communities.
Play-Offs Begin November 17
Bracket Sizes and Playoff Schedule will be shared in the near future!
REMINDER ROSTER LOCK: November 10
JUST RELEASED: In-Person State Championship Titles
There will be FOUR game titles featured IN PERSON on Saturday, December 6 at Michigan State University for our Fall 2025 Season Concluding event
PLAY ON > > > Additional Opportunities to Compete
High School Rocket League
🚀 Game on, Michigan! The Fiber Cup returns November 8 at Southwestern Michigan College, now exclusively for high schoolers. Up to 16 teams will battle in Rocket League for prizes, gift cards & school donations! Sign up by October 20!
High School Marvel Rivals
🔥 Upgraded Arena: Marvel Rivals Tournament kicks off October 13!
🕓 Matches Mondays
(4 PM ET / 4 PM PT)
🏆 Semis & Finals November 8 with Live Broadcasts!
🎁 Prizes: Elgato lights, JBL headsets, AndaSeat chairs & Higround keyboards!
PREP 'EM > > > Middle Level League Updates
MINECRAFT Bedwars (Java) now available for our Middle School league; Wednesdays are Match Days!
GUIDE US > > > Coach's Corner Resources & Insights
Raise Money for Your Esports Program
Would you like to Level Up your program with new technology, gaming gear or team apparel this season? Are you aiming to offset the costs of team travel and create scholarship opportunities going forward?
We can help you do just that! Our 30 PoP! program starts with a fun live virtual team-building event, and the entire fundraiser can be done in under 30 minutes—it's that simple!
We provide all the tools coaches need to succeed, including a step-by-step guide with parent communications, a social media kit and an online sponsor dashboard.
Parents appreciate our program because it's simple for them to help out, and your team can get donations from across the country to support your group.
Reach out to Sarah Rusch to learn more about the 30 PoP! program for your team at 616.446.2483 or sarah.rusch@pop4kids.org
MI Super Coaches!
Super Coaches are our most passionate and dedicated mentors – here to support you with expert guidance from their own success. Connect with one today! Click the image to enlarge or go to the PlayVS Directory for more info!
Fall 2025 Coaches Meeting
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Mental Health Study
Integrating Gaming Concepts Curriculum with Mental Health Education. 🎮 Generation Esports is redefining digital learning with its Gaming Concepts curriculum, blending gameplay with Mental Health Moments to foster resilience, emotional intelligence and wellness. Backed by JMIR research, this innovative approach boosts engagement, attendance and balance in students’ digital lives.
Learn Virtually!
Check out the upcoming webinars hosted by our Education Team and Curriculum Authors and more!
Meg's Monday Memos
Check your inbox on Mondays for MHSEL reminders from Co-Director Megan Luther.
BOOST UP > > > Program & Athlete Highlights
Congrats to MHSEL Rocket League student athlete, Owen Bloch of Saline High School, for being featured in Men's Health Magazine as one of the 25 Gen Z Athletes Redefining Sports Excellence!
"I define strength by the ability to keep going after something knocks you down." Owen Bloch.
PLUG IN > > > Career & Curriculum Connections
We’re exploring how esports is evolving in classrooms across Michigan—share your experience and interest in curriculum through this short survey.
LEARN IT > > > What Esports is All About
Spring 2025 Championship @ OU
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PLAYVS > > > Platform Updates & Info
Meet Rachel Murray!
Say hello to Rachel, PlayVS Esports Engagement Manager and Michigan’s go-to! From onboarding to brackets, she’s here to help your program and our league thrive. Connect with her via email rachel@playvs.com or ...
MEET US > > > People & Partners of MHSEL
MHSEL Co-Directors
Ryan Cayce
ryan@massp.com
810-404-3322
Maggie Helmer
maggie@massp.com
616-318-2525
Megan Luther
megan@massp.com
586-747-4295
MHSEL Partners
This league is hosted by the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals and the Michigan Association of Student Councils & Honor Societies in partnership with PlayVS.