Boost at the Beach Esports Competition Returns to Myrtle Beach, Doubling Team Participation

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, will host the second Boost at the Beach collegiate esports competition from March 8-10, 2024. The event will be held at The Hangout. Participation has grown, with the number of teams increasing from six to 12. Teams from universities such as Clemson, South Carolina, Harrisburg, George Mason, and others will participate. Students from Shenandoah University and Syracuse University manage the tournament, with support from Coastal Carolina University’s Esports Club.

Joey Gawrysiak, Syracuse University's Executive Director of Esports, shared his enthusiasm for the event's return. He mentioned the positive feedback from last year's competition. Teams will compete in Rocket League, a game from Psyonix. The competition starts with group play on Saturday and concludes with final bracket play on Sunday.

A Super Smash Bros tournament for high school students will also occur on Sunday. Regional students can register on-site before the tournament. The event will be available for viewing in person or via live-stream on Twitch and YouTube.

Jonathan Paris, Executive Director of Sports Tourism at Visit Myrtle Beach, spoke about the event's role in promoting Myrtle Beach as a sports tourism destination. He mentioned the potential for increased visibility on Twitch and YouTube. Alienware and Rally Cry are sponsoring the tournament.

Myrtle Beach, a destination comprising 14 communities along South Carolina's northeast coast, is known for its entertainment, attractions, golf, shopping, and cuisine. The Boost at the Beach esports competition adds to its diverse tourism offerings.

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