A Smashing Success for MVNU in Quarterfinals Match against Murray State

MOUNT VERNON, Ohio – The Mount Vernon Nazarene University Super Smash Bros. Ultimate team began their playoff run in the National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) on Tuesday, November 12.

MVNU (4) took on Murray State (5) in the quarterfinals. The Cougars fell behind against Murray State early on and were down 2 stocks for the first half of game one. MVNU equalized the match going into Murray State's final player, which set the path for a narrow victory for the Cougars (12-11).

In game two, MVNU was able to secure an early lead that would be held for the remainder of the match, leading them to victory (12-10). MVNU moves onto Semifinals, continuing their playoff run after impressive play from all four Cougars.

Inside the Box Score:

MVNU saw major adjustments after a nailbiter game one.

Murray State's character roster included Rosalina & Luma, King K. Rool, Hero, Mr. Game & Watch, and Little Mac.

Casey "Ice" Kennedy – Pyra/Mythra, 5 stocks, 6 falls

Derek "Maverick" Gill – King K. Rool, 7 stocks, 6 falls

Ben "BudgetViking" Reed – Toon Link, 7 stocks, 6 falls

Ethan "Pronto" Hershberger – Zero Suit Samus, 5 stocks, 3 falls

Coach Ky's Thoughts:

"The room was filled with excitement after each stock that was taken. I was very encouraged by how uplifting our Cougars were to one another and how they showed their support for one another during the match. We go one step further and we give thanks to God for the opportunity to compete together."

What's Next:

MVNU advances to the semifinals of the National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) playoffs with a match against (SVSU) Saginaw Valley State University at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19. The match can be watched on MVNU's Twitch channel or in person at Foster Hall.

Mount Vernon Nazarene University is a private, four-year, intentionally Christian teaching university for traditional age students, graduate students, and working adults. With a 327-acre main campus in Mount Vernon, Ohio, MVNU emphasizes academic excellence, spiritual growth, and service to community and church. MVNU offers an affordable education both in-seat and online to nearly 2,100 students from 22 states and 21 foreign countries.