Braeden Hutchinson, Adam Taylor, Nicolas Lebel, A.J. Villas, and David Neagu.Lancer Gaming claimed the North American Eastern Conference championship in League of Legends. From left: Braeden Hutchinson, Adam Taylor, Nicolas Lebel, A.J. Villas, and David Neagu.

Lancer Gaming dons League of Legends crown

The Lancer Gaming League of Legends team defeated the New Jersey Institute of Technology Highlanders to be crowned champions of the North American Eastern Conference.

Coach Bryce Everett and players Braeden Hutchinson, David Neagu, Nicolas Lebel, A.J. Villas, and Adam Taylor took the first game with ease, fell short in the next two, then stormed back with two straight victories to secure the best-of-five series. For the full story and highlights, check out the program website.

The team now looks onward to the national tournament starting April 22. Fans can catch all the action live on the team’s Twitch channel.