About Manual Esports
Our program, coaches, and state-of-the-art facility
Our Mission
To provide a world-class competitive esports environment where students can develop teamwork, strategic thinking, and sportsmanship while competing at the highest level. We strive to build not just skilled gamers, but well-rounded individuals prepared for success in all aspects of life.
Meet Our Coaches
Coach Woosley
Coach Woosley has been leading the duPont Manual Esports program since its inception, building it into Kentucky's premier high school esports organization. Under his leadership, the team has won 11 state championships in just 3 years. He brings a wealth of competitive gaming knowledge and a commitment to developing not just skilled players, but well-rounded student athletes.
Coach DeVore
Coach DeVore works alongside Coach Woosley to provide comprehensive support to all Manual Esports teams. His dedication to player development and strategic game planning has been instrumental in the program's success. He emphasizes the importance of teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship both in-game and in life.
Our Esports Lab
State-of-the-art facility designed for championship-level competition
Splatoon 3 KHSAA Championship
Spring 2025 - Dominating Kentucky's competition
Our Facility
High-Performance PCs
- •High-refresh rate monitors for smooth gameplay
- •Gaming peripherals optimized for competitive play
- •Dedicated stations for League of Legends, Hearthstone, and more
- •High-speed internet connectivity
Console Gaming Area
- •Multiple Nintendo Switch setups for Splatoon 3, SSBU, Mario Kart 8
- •PlayStation and Xbox stations for Madden, Street Fighter 6
- •Tournament-grade controllers and accessories
- •Team practice and coordination space
Support Our Lab
Help keep our esports lab stocked with snacks and drinks for our student athletes!
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Excellence
Striving for championship-level performance in everything we do
Teamwork
Building strong bonds and communication on every team
Dedication
Commitment to practice, improvement, and team success
Sportsmanship
Competing with integrity, respect, and class
Our Story
duPont Manual Esports has established itself as Kentucky's premier high school esports organization through dedication, skill, and a commitment to excellence. What started as a program has grown into a powerhouse that dominates state competition.
Over the past three years, our teams have won an incredible 11 state championships across multiple games. This success is a testament to our players' hard work, our coaches' expertise, and our school's commitment to providing top-tier facilities and support.
We compete in 10 KHSAA-approved games, giving students opportunities to excel in their favorite titles while learning valuable life skills. Our state-of-the-art esports lab features high-performance PCs and console gaming areas, creating the perfect environment for competitive play.
Looking forward to Spring 2026, we're expanding our program with enhanced structure, including defined team roles, potential external coaching, and improved communication through Discord (with proper waivers). Our mission remains the same: to build champions both in-game and in life.
KHSAA Esports
Manual Esports competes under the Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) esports program. This ensures fair play, proper organization, and a structured competitive environment for all participating schools across Kentucky.
All our competitions follow KHSAA rules and regulations, and our players must maintain academic eligibility standards. This partnership between traditional athletics and esports helps legitimize competitive gaming while maintaining high standards for student athletes.