MHHS Esports and Gaming Club

Pledge the Oath!

Any Mount Horeb High School student can join, whether you want to compete on a team or just play with friends. Joining takes three steps.

How to join

  1. Register online

    Fill out this school year's club registration form. It takes a few minutes.

    2026-27 Registration Form

  2. Pay the $25 club fee

    Bring $25 in cash or a check to Coach Dan. It covers the whole school year.

  3. Come to a meeting

    We meet Monday through Thursday, right after the final bell, in the Video Lab (Room 431). On your first day, Coach Dan sets up your school gaming account and adds you to our team communication apps, including sportsYou.

Our competitive teams

We compete against other high schools through PlayVS. Smash Bros. and VALORANT play on Wednesdays; Rocket League and Mario Kart on Thursdays.

  • Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

    Racing on Nintendo Switch. Teams of 4.

  • Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

    Fighting game on Nintendo Switch. Teams of 3, or solo.

  • Rocket League

    Soccer, played with rocket-powered cars. Teams of 3.

  • VALORANT

    Tactical team shooter on PC. Teams of 5.

What to expect

Grades
A passing grade is required to be eligible
Practices
Monday–Thursday after school. Competitive players attend all practices and matches
Match days
Wednesdays (Smash Bros., VALORANT) or Thursdays (Rocket League, Mario Kart)
Seasons
Fall: September–December. Spring: February–May
Equipment
Gaming PCs, 2 Nintendo Switches and controllers are provided. You may bring your own
Cost
$25 per school year, cash or check

Questions from parents

Does my student need gaming experience?

No. Beginners are welcome. Students can compete on a team or just come to play with friends.

What does it cost, and how do we pay?

$25 for the whole school year, paid in cash or by check to Coach Dan.

Do we need to buy any equipment?

No. The club provides gaming PCs, two Nintendo Switches and controllers. Students may bring their own controller or headset if they prefer.

Are there grade requirements?

Students need a passing grade to be eligible.

When are matches?

Matches are played through PlayVS during two seasons: September–December and February–May. Super Smash Bros. and VALORANT play on Wednesdays; Rocket League and Mario Kart play on Thursdays. Competitive players are expected at practices Monday–Thursday.

Can esports help with college?

It can. Through PlayVS, players can be seen by college esports programs on its recruiting platform and through NACE, the National Association of Collegiate Esports. Many colleges offer esports scholarships.

Who do we contact with questions?

Coach Dan: coffeydan@mounthorebschools.org

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