The Southeastern Oklahoma State Rocket League team continues to prove why it is one of the top collegiate esports’ programs in the country. Coming off a national championship last spring, the Savage Storm entered the fall 2025 season with high expectations, and they have not slowed down since.

Led by captain Dawson “DeeJay” Meador, along with Christian “crimsonchin” Vining and Carter “gamersity” Hancock, the team picked up right where it left off. The trio opened the semester strong, winning the Skill Issue 3 Invitational hosted by the University of Central Oklahoma and posting several top finishes in online tournaments.

The Rocket League squad competes out of the SEsports Arena inside the Glen D. Johnson Student Union. The facility has quickly become one of the most popular venues on campus, drawing students to watch matches and support the Storm as they continue to dominate collegiate play.

Vining said the team faced early challenges this semester but found its rhythm after a key roster adjustment.

“It was a rough start with a freshman recruit from Heritage Hall, but we decided to make a lineup change and bring in a member of the baseball team,” Vining said. “Ever since that switch, things have clicked. We’ve been undefeated, and the chemistry has been great. With playoffs starting this week, we’ve got a tough matchup ahead, but I believe we can keep the streak going and finish the season with another first-place finish in our division.”

The fall season also brought growth for Southeastern’s esports program as a whole. Open-play nights at the SEsports Arena have attracted dozens of new players, giving students a chance to experience competitive gaming and connect with the varsity team. The outreach has helped make esports one of the fastest-growing programs on campus and a major source of school spirit.

Heading into the postseason, the Savage Storm look to defend their Great American Conference title and make another deep run at nationals. With a veteran roster and strong team chemistry, Southeastern enters the playoffs as one of the top contenders in its region.

After another successful semester, the Storm have shown that their championship run was no fluke. With momentum and confidence on their side, Southeastern’s Rocket League program remains a powerhouse in collegiate esports.