ECAC Partners with 1HP

9/16/24 – 1HP, a leader in esports performance training & a provider of health and wellness programs for gamers, announced a groundbreaking partnership with the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) today. This collaboration aims to empower ECAC member institutions by providing professional development opportunities for esports coaches and directors, while fostering a culture of health and well-being among student gamers.

“We are thrilled to partner with the ECAC to elevate the collegiate esports experience,” said Dr. Matthew Hwu, CEO of 1HP. “Through this partnership, we will equip coaches and directors with the knowledge and resources they need to cultivate a winning environment, while prioritizing the health and performance of their student athletes.”

The partnership will encompass two key initiatives:

- Professional Development: ECAC universities will gain access to a comprehensive curriculum developed by 1HP. This curriculum will cover critical topics such as player health, performance optimization, and coaching best practices. Additionally, mentorship circles will be offered, providing a safe space for coaches and directors to address player-related issues.

- Community Health & Performance Booths: 1HP will establish booths at select ECAC events, offering educational resources and consultations on injury prevention, ergonomics, nutrition, and mental health. Physical therapy services may also be available in select states.

“The ECAC is committed to providing our member institutions with the tools and resources they need to thrive in the ever-evolving world of esports,” said Lydia, Assistant Commissioner & Director of Esports. “This partnership with 1HP will ensure that our coaches, directors, and student athletes have access to the highest level of support, both on and off the virtual field.”

This partnership signifies a significant step forward for collegiate esports, promoting a holistic approach to player development that prioritizes both competitive success and student well-being.

Information for the first professional development presentation is listed below:

Topic: Utilizing Sports Psychology for Healthy Athlete Relationships (Tentative)

- Session 1: 9/18 5:00-6:00 PM ET

- Session 2: 9/25: 3:00-4:00 PM ET

The presentation will be held on the ECAC Esports Discord server's live stage.

To learn more about a professional development membership with 1HP, please visit their site here.

About the ECAC

The ECAC (Eastern College Athletic Conference) is an eighty-year-old organization with well over 200 member schools across all three NCAA Divisions -- I, II, and III -- that exists to enhance the experience of student-athletes participating in intercollegiate athletics and provide great value for universities and colleges, by sponsoring championships, leagues, bowl games, tournaments and other competitions throughout the Northeast. Most of the ECAC's members also belong to another conference, which is often the school's primary conference. The ECAC also hosts comprehensive esports leagues involving over 250 schools fielding over 1300 teams across 21 different game titles. The ECAC's esports platform has and continues to expand the Conference's geographic footprint nationally.

About 1HP

1HP is a leading esports health & performance company dedicated to helping gamers of all levels reach their full potential. Through innovative training programs, data-driven insights, and personalized coaching, 1HP empowers gamers to stay healthy, develop consistent habits and optimize their performance.