Esports contract red flags and predatory clauses players should avoid
Sub-Topics Covered Common power imbalances and “Wild West” dynamics in esports contracts Exploitative financial terms (salary, prize splits, penalties, buyouts) Non-compete, exclusivity, and mobility restrictions Rights over streaming, content, and sponsorships Term, renewal, and termination clauses (including arbitration) Treatment of minors and vulnerable players Practical negotiation strategies and protections for players Industry context and power imbalance Esports contracts often [...]
Esports franchise owner contract practices that disadvantage players
Sub-Topics Covered Structural features of franchise leagues that shape contracts Common one‑sided contract clauses and how they work Case examples and public controversies Legal and regulatory context (labor, antitrust, minors, regions) Market and power dynamics between teams, publishers, and players Emerging reforms, best practices, and player counter‑strategies Franchise model and structural power In franchised leagues (e.g., LCS, Overwatch League, [...]
Esports Industry Recap
Esports Industry Recap The esports industry announced some major moves in the last several months. We’re here to break down some of the biggest changes and give you the highlights. Netflix Moves Into Gaming The media giant announced in its second-quarter earnings report that they plan to move into gaming by starting with [...]
esports organization structure hierarchy and core roles
Sub-Topics Covered Macro-level esports org structure (ownership, exec, departments) Team-level competitive hierarchy (players, coaches, support) Core business and operational roles Talent, legal, and commercial functions Trends in professionalization and convergence with traditional sports High-level org hierarchy At scale, most modern esports organizations resemble traditional sports clubs or entertainment companies rather than just “teams.” A typical macro hierarchy: Ownership / [...]
Esports player contracts, compensation and career progression
Sub-Topics Covered Contract structures and key legal clauses Compensation models and revenue streams Salary levels and prize money trends Career pathways, longevity, and progression Collegiate and academy pipelines Post-playing careers and transition risks Future trends, regulation, and player power Contract structures and key clauses Professional esports contracts have converged toward traditional sports-style player agreements, but with additional emphasis on [...]
Esports Players – Examples of S.M.A.R.T. Goals
Esports Players - Examples of S.M.A.R.T. Goals Here are some examples of S.M.A.R.T. goals set by esports players at Esports Tower. Getting a winning tournament or leveling up your game doesn't happen by chance. Smart players set S.M.A.R.T. goals for themselves so they have a gameplan to achieve their dreams. Here are two examples of initial [...]
Esports team sponsorship and revenue models case studies
Sub-Topics Covered Sponsorship-led revenue models for esports teams Portfolio strategy and risk (continuity vs diversification) Key global revenue streams and market size Monetization innovations beyond sponsorship Practical case-style patterns teams can emulate Industry revenue context Esports has evolved into a multi‑billion‑dollar ecosystem in which team organizations sit inside a wider value chain of publishers, event operators, betting platforms, [...]
Everything You Need to Know About a Professional Esports Career
Everything You Need to Know About a Professional Esports Career Key Takeaways Esports has grown into a viable career path with an increasing number of professional degrees and certificates in gaming, supported by grants and scholarships. Over 200 varsity esports college programs in the United States offer scholarships, reflecting the growing institutional support for esports. Universities worldwide now [...]