Commonwealth Esports Championships 2022

Esports England’s Team Manager is Mark Weller, Chief Gaming Officer at Vexed Gaming and GB Team captain at the Global Esports Games in 2021.

Mark commented: “I’ve been a passionate supporter, endorser and developer of British esports talent throughout my career. I am honoured to have been selected as team manager for England, we have some fantastic talent in this country and I look forward to showcasing this on the world stage.”

Northern Ireland’s Team Manager is Michael Smyth, Lecturer in Esports, Computing and Software Engineering at Belfast Metropolitan College.

“I’m extremely proud to be managing the Northern Ireland Esports team in the first ever Commonwealth Esports Championships” said Michael Smyth, Esports Northern Ireland Team Manager. “What a legacy this will leave for future generations, and I hope the Home Nations can bring home the medals.”

Esports Wales Team Manager is John Jackson, current CEO of Esports Wales and proud advocate for gaming and Esports.

“It’s great to have 6 teams qualify for the Commonwealth Esports Championships and shows how hard the volunteers and staff have worked.” Said John Jackson, Team Manager.  “The legacy from the Commonwealth will benefit the esports scene in Wales for years to come.”

Esports Scotland manager is James Hood, Chief Executive Officer at Esports Scotland.

James commented: “After founding Esports Scotland in 2017 I have been on a crusade to develop Esports in Scotland through education and competitive tournaments. International Esports events is the next logical progression for the sport and I was honoured when asked to be Team Scotland Manager.”