NEW YORK, N.Y. – Pace University Esports saw action across multiple titles in NECC Nationals competition this week, with the VALORANT program leading the way as several teams advanced deeper into postseason play.

Pace VALORANT Azure Blue opened its Division 8 Nationals run with a strong 2-1 victory over Indiana Wesleyan University, securing a spot in the semifinals. The team will now face Lebanon Valley College later this week with a chance to advance to the championship match.

Pace VALORANT Vanilla White competed in the Division 8 Nationals Quarterfinals, falling in a tightly contested 2-1 series to Illini Esports Blue to close out its postseason run.

Pace VALORANT Gold benefited from two forfeits in Division 2 Nationals play, as UBC Black and Kennesaw State both conceded their matches. With the wins, Gold advances to the upper bracket semifinals, where they will take on Fisher College this week.

In other national competition, Pace Cobalt Blue (Marvel Rivals) saw its run come to an end in the Division 7 Quarterfinals with a 3-0 loss to the University of Southern Maine. Pace Ivory White (Rainbow Six: Siege) also exited in the Division 6 Quarterfinals, falling 2-0 to Endicott College.

Overall, Pace Esports continues to make its presence felt on the national stage, highlighted by multiple VALORANT teams advancing and Azure Blue's strong push toward a Division 8 title.