In a significant stride towards fostering the sustainable development of esports communities worldwide, the Global Esports Federation (GEF) has announced the establishment of the Oceania Esports Development Federation. This newly formed federation aims to empower and educate esports enthusiasts across the Oceania region while playing an active role in the global esports movement.
Rebecca Smith, a highly accomplished athlete and two-time World Cup and Olympic footballer, has been appointed President of the Oceania Esports Development Federation. Smith, also renowned as “Bex,” is a respected former captain of the New Zealand women’s national team. With her vast experience and expertise, she is poised to shape the future of esports in Oceania.
Expressing her excitement, Bex Smith stated, “I am thrilled to help shape the Oceania Esports Development Federation to rally our continent in the global esports movement. Together, we will help share sustainable growth, empowerment, and education opportunities, playing our part in the #worldconnected community.” Smith’s enthusiasm and dedication are poised to have a profound impact on the esports landscape within the Oceania region.
The establishment of the Oceania Esports Development Federation marks a significant step forward for the GEF’s commitment to supporting esports communities worldwide. It joins the Africa Esports Development Federation and the Pan Am Esports Federation, which were established in 2021, as part of the GEF’s comprehensive efforts to provide resources, education, and support to the global esports community.
The Oceania Esports Development Federation boasts a prominent leadership team that will drive its mission forward. Alongside President Rebecca Smith, Eric J. Blas, the President of the Guam Esports Federation, will serve as Vice President. Additionally, Duane Mutu, Vice President of the New Zealand Esports Federation and a member of the GEF Education, Culture, and Youth Commission, has been appointed as the Secretary-General.
With a highly experienced leadership team at its helm, the Oceania Esports Development Federation is well-positioned to nurture and guide the esports community in the region. The federation’s primary focus will be on providing necessary resources, education, and support to Oceania’s esports enthusiasts, creating a strong foundation for sustainable growth and development.
The GEF’s commitment to fostering a globally connected esports community is now further amplified with the establishment of the Oceania Esports Development Federation. By joining forces with other continental federations, the GEF is ensuring that the world of esports thrives as resources and opportunities are made accessible to all.
As the Oceania Esports Development Federation sets out on its mission to empower and educate the region’s esports community, it is clear that the global esports movement continues to gain momentum. With Bex Smith leading the way, Oceania’s esports landscape is poised for a bright and prosperous future.
In a world where connectivity knows no bounds, the Oceania Esports Development Federation is set to play a vital role in uniting the global esports community, fostering sustainable growth, and empowering individuals through the power of gaming. Together, esports enthusiasts across Oceania are ready to make their mark on the #worldconnected community.