Sports

A day in the life of the first all-women pro esports team in MN
Version1, an esports company owned by the Wilf family and based in Eagan, recently put together their first all-female professional esports team, VersionX. Natalia Jackson, a member of the Valorant club, walked host Cathy Wurzer through a day in her life as a woman in pro gaming.
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Minnesota’s first all-women pro esports team wants to reshape gaming culture
The five-member VersionX team is looking to level the playing field in an industry dominated by men. Many female gamers have opted out of professional play due to online harassment and sexism. But VersionX players hope to reshape gaming culture and prove that there’s room for everyone in the sport.