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How the cancellation of fall sports could affect #eMACtion

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August 8, 2020 is a day that won’t soon be forgotten.

The MAC announced that they would not only be canceling the ensuing football season but all fall sports as well, setting a precedent its fellow conferences could soon follow.

But what exactly does the decision mean for the first fall season of Esports Collegiate?

The initial reaction would be to say that this has zero effect or consequence to the ESC, but the answer isn’t really that simple. A couple of indirect effects could potentially be felt throughout the season, including the final competitive game selection for the fall season, a change in potential viewership, and colleges’ perception of their own esports programs.