The National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) today announced a strategic partnership with ASUS and its gaming division, Republic of Gamers (ROG), uniting two leaders committed to advancing the collegiate esports ecosystem.
Through this collaboration, NECC and ASUS/ROG will work together on program support, product integration, research initiatives, and event activations designed to enhance the competitive experience for collegiate esports programs and student-athletes nationwide.
“Today marks an exciting milestone for collegiate esports,” said Jacob VanRyn, NECC Commissioner & CEO. “This partnership has been a long time in the making, and we are proud to align with the world’s leading gaming hardware brand. Our conversations with the ASUS/ROG team have always centered on supporting the growth of the collegiate esports community. We’re confident this relationship will deliver meaningful value to our member institutions and the student-athletes.”
ROG products, including their flagship ROG G700 and ROG GM700 desktop models, will be featured across NECC-sponsored events, delivering high-performance technology to support elite competition.
“Collegiate esports demand exceptional focus, skill, and dedication, and we’re proud to empower athletes with hardware built to meet that level of competition,” says Jenny Chang, Director of Product Marketing.
“Through our partnership with NECC, we’re ensuring that student‑athletes have access to elite‑level ROG technology that supports their pursuit of peak performance and elevates their competitive potential. We’re excited about this collaboration with NECC and are looking forward to building an environment where student competitors can thrive.”
ASUS will serve as a Title Sponsor of the NECC National Championships which will take place this May in San Antonio, Texas, where ROG gaming systems will power competition throughout the event to ensure an outstanding player experience.
The NECC currently works with more than 500 colleges and universities across North America, fostering inclusive competitive opportunities, providing broadcast and event infrastructure, and supporting directors, coaches, and players at every level of collegiate esports.
For more information on the partnership, please contact:
ASUS/ROG Media Contact - asupr_usa@asus.com
Jacob VanRyn — jacob@neccathletics.com
ABOUT ASUS REPUBLIC OF GAMERS (ROG)
Republic of Gamers (ROG) is an ASUS sub-brand dedicated to creating the world’s best gaming hardware and software. Established in 2006, ROG offers a complete line of innovative products recognized for performance, quality, and design. Learn more at rog.asus.com.
Beyond creating next-gen gaming products, ROG is empowering the next esports revolution in education, dedicated to developing students’ skills and inspiring them to prepare for a digital future. Learn more at https://www.asus.com/us/site/business/esportsinedu.
ABOUT THE NECC
The NECC fosters innovative competition experiences, provides quality broadcasting services, and works to support an inclusive community within collegiate esports. The NECC was started to provide the collegiate gaming community with the respect it warranted and deserved. The conference prides itself on responding to the needs of its schools, directors, coaches, and most importantly - its players.
With more than 500 colleges and universities currently competing, the NECC strives to be a positive home for the collegiate gaming community.
For more information about the NECC, their schools, games, and community, visit their website at necc.gg/
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