'프로 꿈꾸는 학생들, 학교서 경쟁한다'... 한국e스포츠협회 '2026 스쿨리그' 개막

Korea's School League institutionalizes esports as a mainstream educational pathway, allowing students to pursue professional competitive training without leaving school. This formalized system eliminates the traditional separation between academics and esports development, creating a legitimate talent pipeline to professional leagues. The move signals industry maturation and could drive broader institutional investment as esports gains parity with traditional sports in career viability.