GREENVILLE, S.C. —

Video gaming is not like it used to be. It has transformed into a multi-billion dollar industry, with its technology now being used in various fields, prompting colleges, universities, parents, and children to take notice.

Cheryl Chambers owns XP League Asheville and XP League Greenville . XP League is a place for gamers to train, advance, and win across a variety of esports games with a team you can call your own. There are more than 30 locations across the country.

Alex Gerac, a student, said, "This is really how I got into competitive gaming." He emphasized the importance of learning to communicate clearly, adapt in the moment, and handle both wins and losses.

The skills developed in esports are likened to those learned in traditional sports teams. "Turning th

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