UK eSports Acquires Be Broadband

BY Andrew Miesner / February 9, 2009

The United Kingdom eSports organization known as UKeSA has brought on the internet service provider known as Be Broadband to be its official broadband provider sponsor for 2009. Be Broadband has been a known internet service to target gamers with its ever-popular package known as “Be Gamer” and others.

Managing Director of Be Broadband Felix Geyr had this to say on the recent addition of Be Broadband: “We are genuinely excited by the steps UKeSA is taking to develop competitive eSports in the UK and are delighted to be able to show our commitment to gamers and gaming through being involved in this process.”

Chief Executive of UKeSA Ray Mia added further: “Be has an impeccable reputation within the gaming community due to its exceptional connectivity services and great community. This partnership with Be Broadband is a fantastic step and sends a clear message of support to the UK’s 21 million console and PC gamers.”

UKeSA has provided an online Open and Championship Division for its new upcoming season, with 6,500 players over 1,500 teams. The teams will be competing for over £35,000 (over $50,000 USD) in this seasons prize pot.

Source: BroadBandGenie