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Free to play. No experience needed. All skill levels welcome.
Completely Free
Zero student fees. School covers everything.
9 Game Titles
From Rocket League to Chess to Splatoon.
CIF Recognized
Real competitive athletics. Earn a varsity letter.
College Pathway
Scholarships, career skills, portfolio building.
How to Join
Five steps to get on the team
👋 Talk to Mr. Henderson
Find Mr. Henderson in his classroom or send a message on Discord. Let him know which game(s) you are interested in.
💬 Join the Discord Server
Our Discord server "(RVHS) Mr. Henderson's Server" is the hub for all team communication, scheduling, and community.
🎮 Create a PlayVS Account
Sign up at playvs.com with your school email. It is completely free. You will need to link your game accounts (Epic Games for RL, Riot for LoL, etc.).
📋 Complete CIF Clearance
Athletic clearance through Home Campus. This is a standard CIF requirement for all student athletes. Your parents/guardians will need to sign off.
🚀 Start Practicing
Join team practices, participate in scrimmages, and get ready for competitive play. We will find the right team and skill level for you.
Choose Your Game
We compete in 9 titles
Rocket League
Format: 3v3, Best of 5
Platform: All Platforms (Cross-Play)
Match Day: Wednesday at 4:15 PM PST
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Format: 3v3 Crew Battle
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Match Day: Thursday at 4:15 PM PST
League of Legends
Format: 5v5, Best of 1
Platform: PC
Match Day: Tuesday at 4:15 PM PST
Marvel Rivals
exhibitionFormat: 6v6 Exhibition
Platform: PC / Console
Match Day: Varies at 4:00 PM PST
Madden NFL 26
exhibitionFormat: 1v1 Head-to-Head
Platform: Console
Match Day: Varies at 4:00 PM PST
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
exhibitionFormat: Team Racing
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Match Day: Varies at 4:00 PM PST
Fortnite
exhibitionFormat: Zone Wars / Battle Royale
Platform: All Platforms
Match Day: Monday at 4:00 PM PST
Chess
exhibitionFormat: 1v1 Classical
Platform: Chess.com / Lichess
Match Day: Varies at 4:00 PM PST
Splatoon 3
exhibitionFormat: 4v4 Turf War
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Match Day: Varies at 4:00 PM PST
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
Does it cost anything?
No. The program is completely free for students. PlayVS eliminated all student fees in Spring 2024. The school covers the $100/year site fee.
Do I need to be good at games?
Not at all. We have varsity teams for competitive players, JV teams for developing players, and exhibition squads for casual competitors. We welcome all skill levels.
What equipment do I need?
The school provides gaming PCs, Nintendo Switches, and other hardware for official matches. You can practice on your own equipment at home. For Rocket League, any platform works (PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch).
When are practices and matches?
Matches happen Tuesday through Thursday at 4:15 PM during the season. Practice schedules vary by team but typically happen after school on non-match days.
Can I play multiple games?
Yes! Many of our players compete in more than one title. Just make sure match days do not conflict (check the schedule page).
Is this a real school activity?
Yes. We compete under the CIF Esports Initiative, the same organization that governs football, basketball, and other high school sports in California. You can earn a varsity letter.
Can this help with college?
Absolutely. PlayVS runs a College League with scholarship opportunities. Esports experience also demonstrates teamwork, leadership, and strategic thinking on college applications. NASEF offers career pathway programs in areas like shoutcasting, graphic design, and data analytics.
What if I want to help but not play?
We need shoutcasters, graphic designers, video editors, social media managers, and team managers. NASEF's Beyond the Game program has challenges specifically for these roles.
Ready to Join?
Talk to Mr. Henderson, join our Discord server, and start your esports journey today.