Aspiring professional gamers in Richmond, B.C., will soon have a training facility to help take them to the next level. The temporary facility, which is set to open in June, will feature seating for 110 spectators, concession stands, and a large stage and screen to watch players compete. "In three to five years, we would love to have someone be on a pro team and say, you know, we started by competing at the Gaming Stadium. Just as a young basketball player learns by watching the NBA, so do gamers learn by watching top players, Du says. Esports consultant Michael Medley, founder of the UBC Esports Association, says the stadium will bridge a gap in the esports community and provide a venue for gaming fans to congregate.

Source: CBC News March 15, 2019 14:06 UTC