FATHER SON: ESPORTS

St Peters' inaugural Father Son Esports Tournament.

Oneof the things that makes St Peters unique is the strong sense of community and a rich legacy of multi-generational Old Scholars; Old Scholars who, thanks to their own positive experiences as students, have been able to offer the same transformational St Peters education to their children.

In February this year, the wine and cheese event organised by SPOSA and St Peters Community Engagement team was an opportunity for current parents who are also Old Scholars to come together and celebrate shared experiences. The event was held in the Performing Arts Centre Amphitheatre, a lovely setting that provided the perfect backdrop for an evening of canapés and wine.

The Senior String Quartet provided the entertainment for the evening, showcasing the incredible musical talent that St Peters is known for. The quartet’s performance was a perfect accompaniment to the relaxed and convivial atmosphere of the event, as close to fifty Old Scholar parents (from peer years 1983 to 1998) were welcomed by the Head of College, Tim Kotzur, and then mingled and shared stories.

The evening was a testament to the strong sense of community that exists at St Peters, and the deep connection that Old Scholars feel to the College. It was a reminder that a St Peters education is not just a oneoff experience, but something that can be passed down through generations, creating a lasting legacy of excellence and achievement.

OnSunday 19 March, seventeen Fathers and Sons paired up to participate in the inaugural St Peters Father Son eSport Tournament at Endgame Esports at Sumner.

It was a terrific afternoon with many nailbiting finishes as we worked down to our final two teams for the Grand Final. It was wonderful to see so much camaraderie and sportsmanship throughout the tournament. Congratulations to Peter and William C, our Grand Champions who won in a match that went down to the wire with everyone cheering on.

Worldwide, eSports is growing at an incredible rate. Did you know some competitions are played in some of the largest stadiums in the world to crowds of over 40,000 people? It will even be included in the Brisbane Olympic Games in 2032!

A big thank you to Brendan Beak and Endgame Esports for an exciting Sunday afternoon.