The U.S. Space Force is proud to announce the launch of the Quantum Esports Series, a groundbreaking esports league designed to cultivate and showcase the next generation of aspiring professional gamers. Powered by the U.S. Space Force and operated in partnership with Vanta, this 11-week tournament series will feature intense competition in VALORANT and Rocket League, with $20,000 in prize money and thousands of dollars in swag up for grabs.

The Quantum Esports Series is committed to fostering rising talent.

To ensure a platform for emerging stars, players who have reached the top 32 in the VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) or Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) within the last 12 months are ineligible to compete. Each split will feature 16 teams per game, and every participating team will receive free expert coaching from Vanta, providing invaluable development opportunities. The goal is to elevate teams on the cusp of professional play and give them a real chance to break into the pro scene.

"The U.S. Space Force recognizes the strong connection between the skills required for competitive gaming and the critical thinking abilities essential to our mission," said Mr. Barry Dickey, Director of Strategic Marketing, Air Force Accessions Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. "Just as esports demands strategic thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork, so does defending our nation in the space domain. The Quantum Esports Series is a unique way to connect with talented individuals who possess these valuable skills, and we're excited to support their growth."

“Esports goes beyond competition; it serves as a proving ground for leadership, strategic thinking, communication, and resilience. Through the Quantum Esports Series, we are excited to help players hone these skills. We are proud to partner with the U.S. Space Force on this initiative, which represents an exciting opportunity to nurture and elevate the next generation of top-tier talent and advance the future of competitive gaming," said Jimmy Roche, Chief Commercial Officer at Vanta.

The Quantum Esports Series aligns perfectly with the U.S. Space Force's focus on attracting top talent in critical fields like engineering, IT, and cybersecurity. The cognitive skills honed through competitive gaming translate directly to the problem-solving and strategic thinking required to train the Guardians of tomorrow.

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About the U.S. Space Force:

The mission of the United States Space Force is to secure our nation’s interests in, from, and to space. The U.S. Space Force is the newest branch of military service that’s responsible for organizing, training, and equipping Guardians to conduct global space operations to protect U.S. and allied interests around the world. Access to, and freedom to operate in space, underpins United States’ national security and economic prosperity. The Space Force accesses over 800 enlisted positions and 100 officer positions per year in five core specialties: Space Operations, Cyber, Intelligence, Acquisitions and Engineering.

About Vanta:

Vanta connects brands with the next generation of talent through esports. Our platform offers expert coaching, mentorship, and organized competitive gaming to build leadership, teamwork, and essential life skills. We provide scalable solutions for schools, youth organizations, corporations, and government programs, unifying competitive gaming, education, and workforce development.

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