The eSports Tournament was created in 2019 by the Ball State University Sport Administration (BSU SPTA) Graduate Program. Specifically, the students in the SPTA 619 - Sport Facility and Event Administration course are connecting the classroom experience with practical experience to develop an event from the ground up. The goal of the race is to raise funds for the BSU SPTA Graduate Fund for Excellence, which is the primary resource used to enhance the student experience through attendance at conferences and other professional development opportunities.