Event Recap: 2026 WSSEA High School State Championships

May 28, 2026

Dozens of gaming computers, computer mice and wireless headsets lined the tables on the upstairs and downstairs floors inside the old REI store at the Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood on May 16.

It was no ordinary competition because the 2026 Washington State Scholastic Esports Association (WSSEA) spring season had already concluded. Instead, the Saturday was filled with the best teams from across the state, battling for the sole title of high school state champion.

This year’s Main Event, which included both high school and middle school tournaments, featured more than 30 teams with over 250 students, participating in Splatoon 3, Overwatch and Smash Bros. Ultimate games. There were also other activities for students, including SIM racing, interacting with game developers and industry experts at the Career Fair Expo and connecting with college esports coaches to learn about their programs.

Game Information

Esports consist of a variety of games. Below are descriptions of each game played at the Main Event.

Splatoon 3 — Take on your opponents in this Ink-based third-person shooter. You will play a best-of-five match, playing all five different game types.

Overwatch — In this classic Hero Shooter by Blizzard, take your team of five and dominate the objective. Use your unique hero’s abilities in this best-of-three matchup.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate — Smash is in the name, and it’s in the game. Each player from each team will square up against their opponent in a 1v1 matchup. The team who wins three out of five matches reigns supreme.

Results

Below are the finals scores for each of the three games of the high school and middle school divisions. Click here for all results.

High School