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Collegiate StarLeague, WorldGaming Network acquired by Playfly Sports

Philadelphia sports marketing and management firm Playfly Sports has announced the acquisition of Collegiate StarLeague (CSL) and WorldGaming Network (WGN).

Playfly Sports will “concentrate on enhancing the amateur esports-athlete experience and increasing opportunities for participation on high school and college campuses nationwide,” the company said in a release. Both Collegiate StarLeague and WorldGaming Network will continue to operate under their independent brands.

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Complementing acquisition of CSL and WGN is the creation of Playfly Sports’ esports division. The new company arm will be manned by former Nerd Street Gamers COO and Philadelphia Flyers executive Rob Johnson, who will step into his new role as CEO on October 5th.