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Staffordshire University makes history in college esports

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Students of Staffordshire University have achieved a unique success: becoming the UK’s first winning university team in Europe’s premier esports competition between colleges. Players of ‘Korean Pop Superstars (KPS)’ emerged victorious last weekend in VALORANT (Riot Games’ shooter title) at the Grand Final of UNIVERSITY Esports Masters (UE Masters), where they defeated their rivals from National University of Physical Education and Sport of Ukraine (NUPESU) by a score of 3-2.

It was not an easy road to glory. British representatives had to overcome the continuous returns from the Ukrainian players, who demonstrated a tough competitive spirit throughout the Grand Final. However, it was a great sporting experience in which fair play prevailed between the two teams. In fact, students of KPS waited over an hour for their NUPESU’s counterparts due to a problem with the venue where they were competing.

All the clashes at the Grand Finals of UE Masters (both VALORANT and League of Legends) were played entirely in online format. Live streams of the showdowns on Twitch and X (formerly Twitter) accumulated more than 40,000 views throughout last weekend on two official social channels with over 11,000 followers.

A great victory for the UK

The win of KPS is a meaningful milestone for college esports in the UK. For the first time, a British team has been crowned as Champion of UE Masters, the most important esports tournament in the college ecosystem across Europe. Since the first edition of the competition in 2016, Great Britain has had representatives, but none had been able to lift the Championship title.

This group of five students from Staffordshire University, integrated by Diarmuid McGirr, Josh Green, Zain Lim, Stanley Lebon, and Ignas Kantauta as the main squad, have completed a successful performance in this edition of UE Masters: overcoming qualifiers, beating the best opponents, and positioning the UK at the top of the university esports in the continent.

One of the KPS integrants, Zain Lim, said: “Playing as a team has definitely been fun, competing with friends just created such an atmosphere where it felt like we would beat teams due to just having better vibes than them. I would recommend university esports to others. I felt it made gaming a more social-able hobby, as over 5 years of university, at two different unis, I have met a bunch of people.”

Find out more about VALORANT, the victory’s game

What is VALORANT? What does it consist of? It is one of the most wanted esports-games globally. This shooter title, developed by the giant Riot Games and released in 2020, is a 5v5 character-based tactical FPS where precise gunplay meets unique agent abilities. It also includes a lot of effects and advanced weapons to offer players a better first-person experience.

Millions of people have tested their tactical skills on VALORANT over the past few years. According to the specialized website Tracker Network, over 16 million active users have played VALORANT so far in July worldwide.

Beyond of a video game competition

UE Masters, supported by Riot Games, is the conclusion of the UNIVERSITY Esports season, a global program with a presence in 26 countries on four continents and involving more than 100,000 students from 2,000 universities.

The main objectives of UNIVERSITY Esports are to create a sense of community among players from all over Europe, to give them the opportunity to compete in high quality international tournaments and to provide avenues for young people to develop a career within the esports world, as well as to find a place to learn and enhance their skills.

In the UK and Ireland, UNIVERSITY Esports, a project organized by NUEL (a GGTech Entertainment’s company), has celebrated its 13th Season. The winners of its Winter Split, such as Staffordshire University, have been the national representatives in the outgoing edition of UE Masters.

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Boomerang Partners has been included in 3 prestigious industry Awards, which will be presented in January 2026

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Boomerang Partners, a global Affiliate Gambling & Betting Marketing Agency, starts 2026 with participation in the largest industry awards. The company has been included in the shortlists of several prestigious nominations, notably the International Gaming Awards (IGA), European iGaming Awards, and Global Gaming Awards EMEA. Winners will be announced during the iGB and ICE Barcelona 2026 exhibitions, which will take place from January 19 to 21. Boomerang Partners will participate in the event with its booth, 81-L10.

For Boomerang Partners, this marks a record number of nominations that the company has been included in. Here are the awards it’s competing for:

International Gaming Awards:

  • Affiliate Marketing Campaign of the Year
  • Charitable Community Award (Golden Boomerang Awards – Charity)

European iGaming Awards:

  • Charity Award (Golden Boomerang Awards – Charity)
  • Affiliate Company Of The Year
  • Best Live Event Marketing Campaign (Golden Boomerang Awards)

Global Gaming Awards – EMEA 2026:

  • Affiliate Program of the Year

What’s next

Boomerang Partners will celebrate its fifth anniversary in 2026. The company is approaching this date at the peak of its effectiveness. Its inclusion on shortlists of prestigious awards is a testament to its recognition in the market. Experts have noticed Boomerang’s successes and recognize the contribution the company makes to the industry’s development. It feels strong enough to win most awards and is focused on achieving new milestones on the path to becoming the best sports-focused affiliate program in the world.

Currently, Boomerang Partners has over 3,000 affiliate partners and 13+ brands in its client portfolio. The company is the Official Regional Partner of AC Milan, and the second year of collaboration began in the summer of 2025. In 2024 and 2025, it held a global annual tournament for affiliate teams, the Golden Boomerang Awards. In fall 2025, the Golden Boomerang League, its first sports traffic tournament, took place. Boomerang Partners regularly participates in industry events, showcasing its booth and receiving prestigious awards. Over four years, the company has won 10 awards, including in 2025:

  • ‘Unique Gaming Company of the Year’ at the International Gaming Awards 2025
  • ‘Social Media Campaign of the Year’ at the SBC Awards 2025
  • ‘Rising Star in Sports Betting’ (Operator) at the SBC Awards 2025

And Boomerang Partners affiliate team lead, Kristina Shkredova, won the award for Best Affiliate Manager AskGamblers 2025.

How many awards will Boomerang Partners win in January? – Follow the official website and social media of the company, so as not to miss anything.

About Boomerang

Boomerang Partners is a rapidly growing global marketing agency offering a wide range of services. Boomerang Partners is the Official Regional Partner of AC Milan. In 2024, it launched the inaugural Golden Boomerang Awards — a global tournament for affiliate teams. More than 400 affiliate teams participated in the second season of the tournament in 2025. The agency launched six new products in 2024-2025, contributing to a nearly 1.5-fold increase in product users.

The agency’s client portfolio contains 13+ brands offering affiliate and entertainment services across 40+ markets in compliance with local regulations. These products provide personalized bonuses and 24/7 multilingual support.

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Boomerang Partners has been included in 3 prestigious industry Awards, which will be presented in January 2026

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Boomerang Partners, a global Affiliate Gambling & Betting Marketing Agency, starts 2026 with participation in the largest industry awards. The company has been included in the shortlists of several prestigious nominations, notably the International Gaming Awards (IGA), European iGaming Awards, and Global Gaming Awards EMEA. Winners will be announced during the iGB and ICE Barcelona 2026 exhibitions, which will take place from January 19 to 21. Boomerang Partners will participate in the event with its booth, 81-L10.

For Boomerang Partners, this marks a record number of nominations that the company has been included in. Here are the awards it’s competing for:

International Gaming Awards:

  • Affiliate Marketing Campaign of the Year
  • Charitable Community Award (Golden Boomerang Awards – Charity)

European iGaming Awards:

  • Charity Award (Golden Boomerang Awards – Charity)
  • Affiliate Company Of The Year
  • Best Live Event Marketing Campaign (Golden Boomerang Awards)

Global Gaming Awards – EMEA 2026:

  • Affiliate Program of the Year

What’s next

Boomerang Partners will celebrate its fifth anniversary in 2026. The company is approaching this date at the peak of its effectiveness. Its inclusion on shortlists of prestigious awards is a testament to its recognition in the market. Experts have noticed Boomerang’s successes and recognize the contribution the company makes to the industry’s development. It feels strong enough to win most awards and is focused on achieving new milestones on the path to becoming the best sports-focused affiliate program in the world.

Currently, Boomerang Partners has over 3,000 affiliate partners and 13+ brands in its client portfolio. The company is the Official Regional Partner of AC Milan, and the second year of collaboration began in the summer of 2025. In 2024 and 2025, it held a global annual tournament for affiliate teams, the Golden Boomerang Awards. In fall 2025, the Golden Boomerang League, its first sports traffic tournament, took place. Boomerang Partners regularly participates in industry events, showcasing its booth and receiving prestigious awards. Over four years, the company has won 10 awards, including in 2025:

  • ‘Unique Gaming Company of the Year’ at the International Gaming Awards 2025
  • ‘Social Media Campaign of the Year’ at the SBC Awards 2025
  • ‘Rising Star in Sports Betting’ (Operator) at the SBC Awards 2025

And Boomerang Partners affiliate team lead, Kristina Shkredova, won the award for Best Affiliate Manager AskGamblers 2025.

How many awards will Boomerang Partners win in January? – Follow the official website and social media of the company, so as not to miss anything.

About Boomerang

Boomerang Partners is a rapidly growing global marketing agency offering a wide range of services. Boomerang Partners is the Official Regional Partner of AC Milan. In 2024, it launched the inaugural Golden Boomerang Awards — a global tournament for affiliate teams. More than 400 affiliate teams participated in the second season of the tournament in 2025. The agency launched six new products in 2024-2025, contributing to a nearly 1.5-fold increase in product users.

The agency’s client portfolio contains 13+ brands offering affiliate and entertainment services across 40+ markets in compliance with local regulations. These products provide personalized bonuses and 24/7 multilingual support.

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SCCG Announces Strategic Partnership with Yellow Elephant Studios to Expand Multi-Channel Gaming Content Worldwide

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SCCG Management, a global leader in advisory, business development, and strategic partnerships for the gaming industry, announced a strategic global distribution partnership with Yellow Elephant Studios (YES), a rising force in casino, charitable gaming, and iGaming content development.

The partnership brings together SCCG’s expansive global operator network with YES’s rapidly growing portfolio of high-performance digital and land-based gaming content. Known for blending classic casino experiences with modern creative design, YES is redefining player engagement through advanced math models, cutting-edge visual design, and player-centric mechanics engineered for regulated casino markets, charitable gaming systems, and iGaming platforms.

A Studio Built for the Next Generation of Gaming

Yellow Elephant Studios is quickly emerging as one of the most innovative content developers in the sector. Their roadmap spans slot-style experiences, interactive entertainment systems, charitable gaming content, and hybrid formats designed for both digital and physical environments. With deep experience across regulated gaming markets, YES creates content that resonates with diverse player demographics while delivering strong performance for operators.

“Our mission is simple: create unforgettable gaming experiences by fusing imagination, technology, and precision,” said Fernando Di Carlo, CEO of Yellow Elephant Studios. “As the industry evolves, players expect more—more interaction, more personality, more ways to win. We’re building the next generation of games for that audience, and SCCG’s global footprint will help us scale that vision faster than ever.”

Accelerated Global Reach Through SCCG’s Network

By leveraging SCCG’s network of more than 120 partners — including tribal casinos, charitable gaming operators, digital platforms, iGaming operators, and emerging interactive entertainment brands — the partnership will accelerate the reach and market penetration of YES content across the most influential global gaming ecosystems.

“Yellow Elephant Studios brings a powerful creative and technical engine to the global gaming market,” said Stephen Crystal, Founder & CEO of SCCG Management. “Their ability to innovate across casino, charitable gaming, and iGaming channels makes them a standout studio ready for scale. SCCG is excited to connect them with operators seeking modern, high-engagement content that delivers real performance across both digital and land-based ecosystems.”

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