West Florida High School’s e-sports program building skills tied to high-tech careers

PENSACOLA, Fla. — These aren’t your average gamers, but rather e-sports athletes. West Florida High School’s e-sports program is in the top 8 in the country in the video game “Super Smash Bros Ultimate.”

They competed against Florida Virtual High School on Wednesday for a chance at the national championship.

But the skills these athletes have learned along the way extend deeper than just the screen…

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