Making the Team - Tryouts, Tech, and Other Tips for Success
J. Alexander Messina & Tori Ramsey, St. Charles School District

Participants will learn how to structure and quantify tryouts sessions for Overwatch, Valorant, and Super Smash Brothers games, as well as helpful information for inaugural and developing programs on technology, communication, and more.

Introduction to streaming with OBS and Broadcast.gg
Kevin Clevenger, Blue Springs High School

Learn how to setup OBS(Open Broadcast Software), including audio, scenes, and more. Along with an introduction to how to use Broadcast.gg scoring tool to help show match scores in your stream and OBS.

Recruiting and Serving Your Students
Adam Dickey, North County R1 High School

What?! You mean we have to convince kids TO play video games?! Whether they aren't aware that you have an esports program, are too intimidated to try out, or are unsure about where esports fits into their already busy lives (and everything in between), it might not be a difficult task to convince to do what they love on a competitive level. During this presentation we will cover recruitment strategies, establishing cultural norms within the organization, and helping students in the program find the 'next step' that esports can lead them to tackle.

Shoutcasting 101
Ethan Evans

Shoutcasting 101: Ethan will talk about his process for choosing roles and educating his students on the qualities he wants in scholastic esports shoutcasters as well as the tryout process he's implementing for the 22-23 school year.

Four Domains of Coaching
Jensen Goh, Maryville University

In this session, Jensen will introduce the four domains of his coaching model: knowledge, performance, relationships, and systems.

Health and Wellness for Gamers
Amy Harris, Hart Career Center

This session will cover the importance of physical and mental well-being for gamers. We will go over activities and other resources for stretching, exercise, meditation, nutrition, sleep, and other relevant topics.

MOSEF Esports CTE Challenges: Preparing and Participating
Amy Harris, Hart Career Center

MOSEF understands the importance of recognizing the contributions of the support staff in our schools’ organizations, and has combined that desire with a competition to develop the career interests of our students. This session will introduce coaches and educators to resources they can use in preparing students for the 2022-23 MOSEF Esports CTE Challenges, and will preview the calendar for workshops and due dates.

Databases and economy of strategy
Micah Neal, Hollister School District

Data collection and analyzing for value and strategy.

Women in Relation to the Industry of eSports
Hannah Shipman, Crowder College

Recognition of the accessibility and equal opportunities available for women in the eSports industry, how to make a more welcoming atmosphere for women in eSports, why women are an important demographic to the industry, and addressing misconceptions about the industry as a whole and how we can combat it.

Discord: The Key to Communication in Esports
Elizabeth Wofford, Plato Public School

Discord is an important tool in the esports world. It is used for many teams, but also for competitions. Knowing your way around Discord helps you not only participate in MOSEF & other tournaments, but also helps you stay connected to your players. Elizabeth will be sharing some Discord basics that will help you as you participate in MOSEF as well as diving into any questions or concerns you have about it.