What is Esports?

Esports is organized competitive video games.

i thought it was spelled “e-sports?”

It is "esports."

Not "e-sports" or "eSports," and that is final.

The AP officially gave "esports" an entry in the latest edition of its stylebook -- yet another sign of progress as esports moves closer to the mainstream.

How is esports different than playing video games?

Esports is organized competition. There are practices, a schedule, a focus on a specific game, jerseys, and even state championships.

Can I take my school Video Game Club and turn it into an esports team?

Sometimes, however, some students may prefer an unstructured social opportunity to play video games with their friends, as opposed to full competition. It is important to honor both the competitive and purely social experiences offered by esports teams and video game clubs.