LCS Game Changers returns for its third season in 2023 with a new partner, an expanded group of roles, and the same important mission: opening more opportunities for women and marginalized genders in League of Legends esports.
We are excited to work with SIDO, an esports research group and consultancy, that shares our vision for an equitable, diverse, and healthy esports environment. SIDO will be our operations and programming partner for Game Changers 2023 as we work together to create more opportunities for those who have been traditionally overlooked.
This year, we’re expanding Game Changers to encompass a wider range of professional career opportunities by including coaching and management positions in the program.
The chosen participants will self-organize into teams of one coach, one manager, and three players. Together, they will run tryouts to fill out their roster, allowing them to experience the process and build a full team that they believe best suits their goals. At the end of the program, each team will take the stage in Los Angeles for the first-ever broadcasted LCS Game Changers Final at the end of the program.
Interested participants can submit an application to participate [HERE][1], and participants can apply for up to 2 roles via their application. All participants will receive a small stipend as well as training and mentorship from industry professionals.
**Game Changers Dates, Deadlines, and Details**
Game Changers 2023 will begin remotely from July to early September. This period will include tryouts, interviews, seminars, practices, and exhibition matches. Then the program will culminate in an in-person event from September 20-24 in Los Angeles where the teams will compete against each other at the Riot Games Arena.
We are looking for women and people of marginalized genders who want to pursue playing, coaching, and management positions in the esports industry, so if that sounds like you, apply below!
**Important Dates**
- Application Opens - TODAY! (June 29)
- Coaches and Managers Applications Close - July 4 at 5:00 PM PT
- Player Applications Close - July 8 at 5:00 PM PT
- Coach and Manager Sessions Begin - July 8
- Player Sessions Begin - July 15
- In-Person (Los Angeles) - September 20 - 24
**Eligibility Requirements**
- Players must be 18 years of age or older.
- Players must be a woman or of a marginalized gender
- Players must be residents of the United States or Canada.
- Players must be able to attend the entirety of the program.
- Players must have an up-to-date license or passport for travel.
- Players must have the ability to submit game footage recordings.
[1]: https://form.typeform.com/to/eV3jRjdQ
