Ron Hamlin

For the first time, students taking an academic break over the summer can attend an esports camp that positions them for college recruitment and scholarship opportunities. Virtual Reload, an esports and tournament training center located in Mauldin and operates online, is hosting a virtual summer camp for students.The summer camp will begin June 7-11 with Minecraft Factions and Rocket League. A second program will start July 12-16 with Minecraft Factions and Super Smash Bros Ultimate.From both week-long esports camps, students will learn shoutcasting, tournament organization, livestream and production, graphic design, cybersecurity and mindfulness. College recruiters will scout participants in a combine-style event to increase their exposure to college esports teams.“Your child could get college scholarships for playing video games,” said Ron Hamlin, owner of Virtual Reload. “A growing number of colleges regionally and across the nation are entering the field, awarding scholarships for