Four Jaturamitr Schools Launch First Esports Tournament
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On October 30, 2026, at the Suankularb Rose Memorial Hall, Suankularb Wittayalai School, together with the other Jaturamitr Samakkee network schools — Assumption College, Bangkok Christian College, and Thepsirin — held a press conference to unveil the "Jaturamitr Esports 1st" competition. The tournament operates under the concept "Connecting the World, Gaming the Future: Connect the World, Build People, Shape Youth for the Digital Era." Suankularb Wittayalai serves as host, and the event will be held every two years, with the school hosting the football tournament also hosting esports. The collaboration aims to broaden students' learning opportunities to match their interests and development in the modern era. Esports is not just about winning games; it provides a space for participants to practice analytical thinking, planning, decision-making, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork, as well as learn discipline, responsibility, respect for rules, and sportsmanship. The competition features three games: ROV, FC Online, and Free Fire. The league stage takes place November 7-8, 2026, at Vibhavadi Business Administration College, Ramintra, with the final on November 14 at Suankularb Wittayalai School.
