Smash Showdowns and Rocket League Rivalries: BEL Week 3 Recap

Hello, BEL fans, and welcome back to the heart-pounding world of collegiate esports! Week 3 brought us face-to-face battles, stunning comebacks, and nail-biting finishes. Let’s dive into the electrifying action that unfolded at Block House this week.

Smash Ultimate

In the electrifying world of Smash Ultimate, Alma College and Trine University clashed in a thrilling series that had spectators on the edge of their seats. Alma entered the week with confidence, standing at 1-0, while Trine boasted an impressive 2-0 record. The series lived up to its hype, with Alma emerging victorious 2-1. Both Games 1 and 3 came down to the last stock, with Sean’s clutch performances on Dark Pit and Byleth securing Alma’s triumph. David’s exceptional gameplay, taking 10 stocks, and the debut of Nick “Bert” Marsalek, who also claimed 10 stocks on Wolf, were instrumental in Alma’s success. Next week, Alma faces a tough challenge against Albion, while Trine prepares for a showdown against Calvin.

Call of Duty: MWII

In the adrenaline-fueled world of Call of Duty MW2, Adrian College faced off against Albion College in a high-stakes battle. Adrian entered the match with a 1-0 record, while Albion stood at 1-1. Adrian dominated the series with a 3-0 victory. Andrew Polos and Jake Ybarra showcased their skills, accumulating almost 100 combined kills, while Tyler Durkin’s exceptional performance included an impressive two and a half minutes of hill time, a feat unmatched in the match. Despite Albion’s strong efforts from Elijah and Justin, they couldn’t secure a win. Next week, Adrian gears up for a match against Olivet, seeking to maintain their winning streak, while Albion faces the formidable Alma.

Rocket League

In the fast-paced arena of Rocket League, Alma College and Trine University battled for supremacy. Alma entered the match at 1-1, while Trine boasted an undefeated 2-0 record. Trine took an early lead, going up 2-0 with two hat tricks from Connor Underwood. However, Alma displayed exceptional teamwork, rallying back in Game 3 with goals from each player. Trine retaliated in Game 4, with outstanding performances from Robert Bachman and Logan Hooley, securing their 3-1 victory. Alma now sets their sights on redemption against Albion, while Trine enjoys a well-deserved bye week.

Remember, BEL action unfolds every Friday on the official stream at twitch.tv/blockhouselive. For more updates, match schedules, and results, visit our website at www.blockhouse.live. Stay tuned for more thrilling esports action next week!