Esports players don’t just play to win; they play to earn a living. This is especially true in games like League of Legends (LoL), where prize money can go into the millions for players and league teams. In the past decade, prize pools have jumped exponentially, spurring many tense and fun competitions to grab the final prize money. However, other factors are responsible for the huge income that esports players make in the industry, such as sponsorships and merchandise.
Several LoL events are held annually, such as the regional leagues, which are usually held from the Spring season to the League of Legends World Championship in October.