Five Hay Springs Public School eSports athletes have earned spots at the Nebraska Schools eSports Association (NSeSA) State Finals, marking a strong finish to the fall season under first-year head coach Taden Tobiasson. The state tournament takes place Friday, November 21, at York University in York, Nebraska.
Qualifying in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate are Cade McKillip and Dutch Weaver with Jacob Dorshorst playing his final match on Thursday, November 12 to determine if he will be joining them as well. Competing in Rocket League are Jacob Dorshorst, Arian Mata, and Duke Ashley. These five students advanced through the regular season and playoffs to represent the Hawks on the state stage.
Coach Tobiasson, a Hay Springs graduate and former Hawks eSports competitor/state qualifier, is in his first year leading the program. “This group has put in the work all season, and I’m proud of how they’ve grown as competitors and teammates,” Tobiasson said. “Making it to state is a big accomplishment, and we’re excited to see what they can do in York.”
NSeSA organizes competitive eSports for Nebraska students in grades 7–12, with divisions based on school size. Hay Springs, a Division 4 school, has a history of success in the league, including previous state appearances and championship finishes in titles such as Mario Kart and Fortnite. The November 21 event continues that tradition, with matches streamed for fans who cannot attend in person.
Community members are encouraged to congratulate the athletes and follow the Hawks’ progress!
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Schedule(Please note all times are Central!) – https://tinyurl.com/yahvcnwj
NSESA Twitch Streaming – https://www.twitch.tv/nsesa
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