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ACER HIGH SCHOOLS CUP
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The Acer High Schools Cup is a national program that provides students across Australia a robust and well structured competitive environment for High Schools to compete in Video Games.
The Acer High Schools Cup offers students a platform to pursue their passion for video games and esports. Esports is a constructive pursuit that hones cognitive skills, team building, communication and sportspersonship through Video Games.
Tournaments will be conducted during each term of the school year. High Schools may register their students at the start of each term, or in advance. Competition takes place over the internet familiarizing students with the benefits of the latest technology and software.
There is no limit to how many teams and students can play for each school.
What’s on offer:
- Open to Australian High Schools
- For students aged 13+
- Multiple weeks of competition per term
- Professionally broadcast matches each week
- Opportunity to hone skills
- Merit awards for students
Registrations due:
Monday Feb 27
Competition Period:
4 Weeks
Saturdays Mar 11 – Apr 1
Rocket League & SSBU commence at 1pm AEDT
Overwatch commences at 1:30pm AEDT
Registrations due:
Monday May 1
Term 2 – Groups stage:
6 Weeks
Saturdays May 13 – Jun 17
Term 3 – Playoffs
(qualified teams only):
2 Weeks
Saturdays Aug 12 – 19
Rocket League & SSBU commence at 1pm AEST
Overwatch commences at 1:30pm AEST
Registrations due:
Monday Oct 16
Competition Period:
4 Weeks
Saturdays Oct 28 – Nov 18
Rocket League & SSBU commence at 1pm AEDT
Overwatch commences at 1:30pm AEDT
Ambrose Treacy College
Bishop Druitt College
CathWest Innovation
Cecil Hills High School
Craigslea State High School
De La Salle College
Drouin Secondary College
Ellenbrook Secondary
Flinders Christian College
Good Shepherd Lutheran
Hawker College
Helena College
Marcellin College
Melbourne High School
Mulwaree High School
Providence Christian College
Preshil
QASMT
Ripley Valley State
Southern Cross Catholic
St Andrew’s College
St Brigid’s College
St John Paul II College
St Joseph’s College Geelong
St Margaret’s Anglican Girls
St Mary’s Cathedral College
Wynnum State High School
REGISTRATION
Conditions of entry:
- Students must be aged 13 years or older
- Students must be enrolled at an Australian Secondary School
- All members of a team must be from the same School
- Teams must be registered by a teacher of the School
- Registration payment must be completed
- Students must adhere to the Rules
Registration are now open for 2023! Schools may submit students for a single term or the remainder of the year. Submissions must be completed by the scheduled dates.
The Acer High Schools Cup is a journey for students to represent their school in esports and compete in the games they love. The tournament currently offers school students to compete in 3v3 Rocket League, 1v1 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate & 5v5 Overwatch 2
Students are required to complete all information requested by their school to complete the registration form.
There is no limit to how many teams and students can play for each school.
Click here to view the RulebookClick here to read the Terms & Conditions
Registering to play:
To register a team the submission must be completed by a teacher or staff member. We require information that includes which School the students will be representing, the name of the person making the submission, contact email and phone number.
A submission is for either the next coming Term, or for all remaining terms in the year at a 25.0% discount. Team substitutes are included in the price with a max of two substitutes per team.
There is no limit to how many teams and students can play for each school.
Key Registrations Dates:
Click here to register your studentsRegister your interest for Minecraft (Terms 2-4)
- Entry for Terms 2 – 4 are open!
- Entry for Term 2 2023 concludes on May 1st 2023 at 23:00 AEST
- Term 2 matches will commence on May 13th 2023
PRICING
2023 Full Year Package
(25% Discount)
$160.88
~$53.63/student
Summer Series
(Term 1 Only)
$82.50
$27.50/student
High Schools Cup
(Term 2 & 3 Only)
$132.00
$44.00/student
Spring Series
(Term 4 Only)
$82.50
$27.50/student
Prices per team of 3-5, substitutes included
Up to 2 substitutes can be registered per team
Per student cost is for a team of 3
2023 Full Year Package
(25% Discount)
$268.13
~$53.63/student
Summer Series
(Term 1 Only)
$137.50
$27.50/student
High Schools Cup
(Term 2 & 3 Only)
$220.00
$44.00/student
Spring Series
(Term 4 Only)
$137.50
$27.50/student
Prices per team of 5-7, substitutes included
Up to 2 substitutes can be registered per team
Per student cost is for a team of 5
2023 Full Year Package
(25% Discount)
$53.63
Summer Series
(Term 1 Only)
$27.50
High Schools Cup
(Term 2 & 3 Only)
$44.00
Spring Series
(Term 4 Only)
$27.50
Super Smash Bros: Ultimate will be ran as a single-player title (1v1)
Price is reflective of a per-student cost.
2023 Full Year Package
(25% Discount)
$TBA
High Schools Cup
(Term 2 & 3 Only)
$TBA
Spring Series
(Term 4 Only)
$TBA
Registrations for term 1 are closed!
Each student can only compete in one game title
GAMES ON OFFER
Teams of 3
Where to get game: Free to play on PC, PlayStation, XBOX, Nintendo
Platform: PC, PS, XBOX & Nintendo Switch
Publisher: Psyonix
Genre: Sport, Action, Driving/Racing
Soccer meets driving in the long-awaited, physics-based multiplayer-focused game. Choose a variety of high-flying vehicles equipped with huge rocket boosters to score amazing aerial goals and pull-off incredible game-changing saves!
- Incredibly fun sports action
- Accessible, Rocket League is free to play
- Easy-to-learn controls
- Easy drop-in multiplayer mode makes online matchmaking a breeze
© Psyonix LLC, Rocket League, Psyonix, and all related marks and logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Psyonix LLC. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Teams of 5
Where to get game: Free to play on PC, PlayStation, XBOX, Nintendo
Platform: PC, PS, XBOX & Nintendo Switch
Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment
Genre: FPS, Hero Shooter
Overwatch 2 is a colourful team-based action game starring a diverse cast of powerful heroes. Travel the world, build a team, and contest objectives.
The game features several different game modes, principally designed around squad-based combat with two opposing teams of five players each.
© Blizzard Entertainment, Inc., Overwatch, Blizzard, and all related marks and logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Single Player (1v1)
Where to get game: Purchase on Nintendo (digital), from retailer Platform: Nintendo Switch
Publisher: Nintendo
Genre: Fighting, Action
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is a fighting game featuring over 70 well-known characters. Players must use unique abilities to dodge and attack to try and knock each other out of an arena.
Ultimate is the 5th in the Super Smash Bros. series and includes every playable character from previous Super Smash Bros. games ranging from Nintendo’s mascots to characters from third-party franchises and several newcomers.
© Nintendo Co., Ltd, Super Smash Bros., Nintendo, and all related marks and logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Nintendo Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Team Play and Solo
Where to get game: Purchase Education Edition or Full Edition on PC, Consoles (PlayStation, XBOX, Nintendo), Mobile
Platform: PC, PS, XBOX, IOS, Android & Nintendo Switch
Publisher: Mojang
Genre: Sandbox Survival
Minecraft is a popular sandbox video game first released in 2011. In the game, players can explore, gather resources, craft items, and build structures in a block-based virtual world.
The game has two main modes: Survival mode where players must gather resources to survive against environmental hazards and enemy creatures, and Creative mode where players have unlimited resources and can build freely. Minecraft has a large player base and has been praised for its open-ended gameplay, creative possibilities, and multiplayer options.
Mojang ©2009-2022. “Minecraft” is a trademark of Mojang Synergies AB and all related marks and logos are registered trademarks, All rights reserved. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Each student can only compete in one game title
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR SCHOOLS
These resources are a comprehensive collection of information and tools aimed at educating teachers, parents, and students on important topics such as online safety, video games, career choices and related subjects. The goal of these resources is to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions and stay safe while engaging with technology.
Whether you are a teacher looking for ways to incorporate digital literacy into your curriculum, a parent concerned about your child’s online safety, or a student exploring career options, these resources offer valuable insights and guidance. With a focus on practical and up-to-date information, the ever-expanding collection is constantly being updated to reflect the latest developments and trends in technology, online safety, and career opportunities.
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HALL OF FAME
2022
Term 1
1st
Rocket League – St Mary’s Cathedral College
Mason “Mozy!”
Callum “clamuel”
Lincoln “linkmaniax”
William “zalez.”
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology
Kevin “dank destroyer”
Overwatch – Mulwaree High School
Ella “Elliptic”
Samuel “Lax”
Malakye “Malfunction”
Tayshawn “TayshawnNZ”
Lachlan “Bity79”
2nd
Rocket League – St John Paul II College
Thomas “YoloBrothers
Tafara “TeddyTaffy”
Tanatswa “Swazz_”
AJ “RiceLord9766”
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – St Joseph’s College Geelong
Cooper “Honk honk”
Overwatch – Mulwaree High School
Hamish “H4M”
Stephanie “tails23”
Brandon “Brandone”
Reed “EmptyhEad”
Aaron “BlaZeSlaZe”
3rd
Rocket League – Preshil
Alexander “al3x”
Hamish “Kpw.”
Angus “molluscmuncher”
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Helena College
Ethan “BeanLord08”
Overwatch – Helena College
Bradley “Rooey707″
Nicholas “ZombieCapt”
Teifion “Possibly Tei”
Jacobi “Jvcobi”
Kai “RX-78-KAI”
Term 2
1st
Rocket League – Lynwood Senior High School
Matthew “Matthew”
Angus “Penguin”
Lachlan “BabyBlueJet”
Noah “Diamond”
Toby “TinyToads”
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Richard Johnson Anglican School
Ethan “metaghost20XX”
Overwatch – Mulwaree High School
Ella “Elliptic”
Samuel “Lax”
Malakye “Malfunction”
Tayshawn “TayshawnNZ”
Lachlan “AyoXeN”
2nd
Rocket League – Green Point Christian College
Jack “speedy.”
David “Fatredpanda”
George “ChrisPBacon4937″
Joel “Saberex.”
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – St Josephs College Geelong
Angus “Beefoboi”
Overwatch – Mulwaree High School
Hamish “H4M”
Stephanie “tails23″
Brandon “Brandone”
Reed “EmptyhEad”
Aaron “BlaZeSlaZe”
3rd
Rocket League – St Marys Cathedral College
Mason “Mozy!”
Casper “VailerRL”
Callum “claamm”
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – St Pius X College
John “Dark Kuriboh”
Overwatch – Concordia Lutheran College
Isaac “BloodMoon”
Zach “WeezyGames”
Niel “Kyronophone”
Sebastian “BallinVNGR”
George “Raydeojock”
Term 3
1st
Rocket League – St. Patrick’s College
Caleb “Cbh114″
Ethan “nebulrl”
Joel “Turtsbag”
Noah “Nono”
Jacob “Super”
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – John Paul College
Elijah “Mr.S”
Overwatch – Kelvin Grove State Collage
Ethan “Swagger”
Hapai “aahip”
Noah “FishGirl”
Sophie “Iluwuxx”
James “InstinctCat”
Callum “Blobman”
2nd
Rocket League – Lynwood Senior High School
Matthew “Matthew”
Xavier “Bozo”
Matthias “MatthiasHDM05″
Toby “TinyToads”
Lachlan “usho.”
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Launceston College
Jesse “Joesse9274”
Overwatch – Concordia Lutheran College
Isaac “BloodMoon”
Sebastian “BallinVNGR”
Keenan “Bam”
Zach “WeezyGames”
Niel “wrx”
Zeb “Mugger201″
Jake “yaail”
3rd
Rocket League – John Paul College
Jake “SSL Cross”
James “Chillies RL”
Felix “UL7RA”
Zaid “FirstAidzz”
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – John Paul College
Matthew “Promicon”
Overwatch – Parkdale Secondary College
Jason “jaisoon”
Jay “Apple”
Jason “Liveorfly119″
Skye “Nightskye”
Damian “Wondomee”
Thomas “tmhk”
Term 4
1st
Rocket League –
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate –
Overwatch –
2nd
Rocket League –
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate –
Overwatch –
3rd
Rocket League –
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate –
Overwatch –
2021
Term 1
1st
Rocket League – Hawker College
Ethan “Ultraus”
Avery “Frewty”
Oscar “Proteus”
Shiva “Zenix”
2nd
Rocket League – Christian Brothers College
Lucas “lucashinho420”
Ethan “ZODZ-ON-GFUEL”
Ruben “RUBENTHELEGEND5”
Harrison “Stronguy321”
3rd
Rocket League – St Mary’s Cathedral College
Harry “itme hazza”
Benjamin “bjeats”
Erik “BinhyB0Y”
Luke “Steel_Justice101”
Term 2
1st
Rocket League – St Mary’s Cathedral College
Mason “Mozy!”
William “Wagnerol”
Felix “FxFelix”
Lincoln “linkmaniax”
2nd
Rocket League – St Mary’s Cathedral College
Pasquale “Pas”
Nathan “Nath”
Patrick “Turismo”
Jacob “Tree”
3rd
Rocket League – Good Shepherd Lutheran College
Liam “Meemum”
Zac “zon”
Harrison “LaVeggie”
Term 3
1st
Rocket League – Caloundra City Private School
Jesse “Sweeper”
Jacob “Yuri”
Julian “G-ROID”
Fletcher “Cream ball”
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Stretton State College
Arslan “icelandarslars46”
2nd
Rocket League – Hawker College
Ethan “Ultraus”
Avery “Frewty”
Oscar “Proteus”
Shiva “Zenix”
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Stretton State College
Harrison “Pancake”
3rd
Rocket League – St Mary’s Cathedral College
Mason “Mozy!”
Lincoln “linkmaniax”
William “Wagnerol”
Gerald “Aeno”
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Stretton State College
Taylor “Vola“
Term 4
1st
Rocket League – CathWest Innovation College
Jack “Chambo”
Toby “TobaG”
Jacob “SEcreT”
Ricardo
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Marcellin College
Julian “jmccarney”
2nd
Rocket League – Hawker College
Ethan “Ultraus”
Avery “Frewty”
Oscar “Proteus”
Shiva “Zenix”
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Stretton State College
Harrison “Pancake”
3rd
Rocket League – St Mary’s Cathedral College
William “la pista”
Lincoln “linkmaniax”
Callum “claamm”
Mason “Mozy!”
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Marcellin College
Diego “DiB”
WHAT YOU NEED
Equipment:
To be able to play you will need:
- A home internet connections ADSL 2+ or NBN
- A Windows PC, or Apple PC or Gaming Console (XBOX, PlayStation or Nintendo) *For Super Smash Bros. Ultimate you will need a Nintendo Switch
- Associated peripherals
- A copy of the game software
- An installation of Discord software
- A space at home to play
Player tips:
We recommend setting up on a desk with an adjustable chair that will enable setting the monitor screen at eye level to ensure healthy posture and comfort.
For Players to have the best experience it is highly recommended to have a headset. A headset is a pair of headphones with a microphone either attached or inbuilt into it. This will enable and aid communication within the team promoting teamwork, coordination and tactics.
Where to get:
You can obtain your equipment from a number of places, we suggest looking at:
- Mwave for any Windows PC’s or peripherals;
- For a monitor we recommend AOC Monitor‘s the official gaming monitor partner of the Australian Esports League;
- For consoles you can get these at JB Hi-Fi, EB Games or otherwise;
- You can download Discord on your Mobile or a Computer;
- You can download and play Rocket League for any device for free;
- You can buy Super Smash Bros. Ultimate online from the Nintendo Store or JB Hi-Fi, EB Games or otherwise.
If you are using a Windows PC: (Rocket League, Overwatch)
Equipment Required:
Desktop PC:
- Computer
- Computer Monitor
- Keyboard
- Mouse
- Mousepad
- Controller (Optional)
- Headset (Not required but highly recommended)
Laptop:
- Mouse
- Mousepad
- Controller (Optional)
- Headset (Not required but highly recommended)
Minimum Specifications:
Rocket League
| Epic Games or Steam on Windows | Minimum | Recommended |
| OS | Windows 7 (64 bit) or
Newer (64 bit) Windows OS |
Windows 7 (64 bit) or
Newer (64 bit) Windows OS |
| Processor | 2.5 GHz Dual Core | 3.0+ GHz Quad Core |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760,
AMD Radeon R9 270X, or better |
NVIDIA Geforce GTX 1060,
AMD Radeon RX 470, or better |
| DirectX | DirectX Version 11.0 | DirectX Version 11.0 |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage | 20 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
| Additional | Gamepad or Controller |
Overwatch
| Battle.net | Minimum | Recommended |
| OS | Windows® 7 / Windows® 8 / Windows® 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack) | Windows® 7 / Windows® 8 / Windows® 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack) |
| Processor | Intel® Core™ i3 or AMD Phenom™ X3 8650 | Intel® Core™ i5 or AMD Phenom™ II X3 or better |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 6 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 460, ATI Radeon™ HD 4850, or Intel® HD Graphics 4400 | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 660 or AMD Radeon™ HD 7950 or better |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage | 30 GB available hard drive space | 30 GB available hard drive space |
| Resolution | 1024 x 768 minimum display resolution | 1024 x 768 minimum display resolution |
If you are using a Apple PC: (Rocket League)
Equipment Required:
iMac:
- Computer
- Keyboard
- Mouse
- Mousepad
- Controller (Optional)
- Headset (Not required but highly recommended)
MacBook:
- Mouse
- Mousepad
- Controller (Optional)
- Headset (Not required but highly recommended)
Minimum Specifications:
| Steam on macOS | Minimum | Recommended |
| OS | macOS X 10.8.5 | macOS X 10.8.5 or Newer |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 2.4 GHz | Intel Core i7 2.4 GHz+ |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | OpenGL 4.1 – ATI Radeon HD 5670,
NVIDIA GeForce GT 640M, Intel HD Graphics 4000, or Iris Pro Graphics |
OpenGL 4.1 – ATI Radeon HD 5670, NVIDIA GeForce GT 640M, Intel HD Graphics 4000, or Iris Pro Graphics |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage | 5 GB available space | 5 GB available space |
| Additional | Gamepad or Controller |
If you are using a Gaming Console (Rocket League, Overwatch, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate)
XBOX:
- XBOX console
- Monitor or TV
- Controller
- Computer or Mobile phone (for Discord)
- Headset (Not required but highly recommended)
- Xbox Live Gold subscription (Overwatch only)
PlayStation:
- PlayStation console
- Monitor or TV
- Controller
- Computer or mobile phone (for Discord)
- Headset (Not required but highly recommended)
- PSN+ subscription (Overwatch only)
Nintendo:
- Nintendo Switch
- Monitor or TV (Optional)
- Controller
- Computer or mobile phone (for Discord)
- Headset (Not required but highly recommended)
- Nintendo Online subscription (Overwatch & Smash Bros.)
OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION CHANNEL
All students must be in the AEL High School Discord in order to participate, If you are unfamiliar with Discord we suggest checking out their beginner’s guide.
What is Discord?
Discord is an American proprietary freeware instant messaging and VoIP application and digital distribution platform designed for creating communities ranging from gamers to education and businesses.
Students will be required to have Discord, an all-in-one voice and text chat for gamers that’s free, secure, and works on both your desktop and phone as a way of interacting with tournament organisers, officials and staff.
How will it be used?
Discord will be used for reporting of results, match details and updates. It will provide a private space for students to communicate with their own school and enable students to meet other schools.
- Tournament Communication
- Announcements
- Match Details
- Reporting of Results
- School Connectivity
- Discussion with those from the same school.
- Discussion with other Schools.
How do I join?
- Head to Discord.com
- Click the Login button to Register a new account
- Follow this link: https://discord.gg/zb4YAnD to join the AEL High School Discord
- Login with the account you created
STAYING SAFE ONLINE
Esports share an intrinsic link to our digital ecosystem, and we are proud to join the Australian Esports Association (AESA) in working with the eSafety Commissioner.
The AEL takes the online safety of players seriously and adopts a number of procedures and policies to foster a safe online environment for participating students.
campaign resources available at:
esafety.gov.au
Frequently FAQ'd Questions
Is the Acer High Schools Cup open to anyone?
This event is open to all Australian High School Students. Players must be aged 13 years or older at the time of signing up to compete, those under the age of 16 we kindly request they obtain their parental permission to participate.
How many players can register?
There is no limit to how many can participate, so feel free to sign-up today and invite some friends along as well!
Can I compete in multiple games?
Unfortunately, students are limited to playing in only one title
The games you've chosen are amazing, but what if I play something else?
Never played the games on offer and think you may actually like one? Don’t be afraid. Sign up anyway. We won’t judge.
In the future, we may have other games on offer, follow our socials to hear about any future tournaments.
What if I don't have a team?
Talk to teachers from your school to find out if there is a pre-existing esports or gaming club and if there isn’t get them to help you set one up.
What if I have another question?
Or you can message us through any one of our social pages on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram and our friendly team will get back to you as soon as possible!
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