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Last year, Heart of Iowa Big Brothers Big Sisters was excited to launch a brand-new fundraiser: an Esports tournament we called Race For The Kids! As we grow our event to include other games this year, we realized the need for a rebrand. So, this year it has a new name...
GAMING FOR GOOD
~ August 7th and 8th, 2026 ~
As the Esports program grows at Marshalltown Community College and many of our Littles show a strong passion for gaming, we saw a unique opportunity to connect with our community in a fresh and meaningful way. By tapping into gaming culture and our Little's interests, we hope to strengthen community ties and inspire even more connection and support!
This year we will be playing Mario Kart 8 DX and Super Smash Bros.
By playing or donating, you become part of a team making a lasting impact in the lives of children ages 6 to 18.
GAMING FOR GOOD
~ August 7th and 8th, 2026 ~
As the Esports program grows at Marshalltown Community College and many of our Littles show a strong passion for gaming, we saw a unique opportunity to connect with our community in a fresh and meaningful way. By tapping into gaming culture and our Little's interests, we hope to strengthen community ties and inspire even more connection and support!
This year we will be playing Mario Kart 8 DX and Super Smash Bros.
By playing or donating, you become part of a team making a lasting impact in the lives of children ages 6 to 18.
Thanks for supporting the Heart of Iowa Big Brothers Big Sisters!
DAY 1 ~ August 7, 2026 at 2:00pm
- We will play Super Smash Bros.
- Tournament will be held at Emerson's Innovation Center at 301 S 1st Street in Marshalltown.
- We have room for 32 teams of 2 players.
- Gaming consoles can be provided, however gamers are welcome to bring their personal joycons or controllers, as well.
TIMELINE WILL BE UPLOADED ONCE FINALIZED IN LATE JUNE.
DAY 2 ~ August 8, 2026 at 10:00am
- We will play Mario Kart 8 DX.
- Tournament will be held at Emerson's Innovation Center at 301 S 1st Street in Marshalltown.
- We have room for 16 teams of 4 players.
- Gaming consoles can be provided, however gamers are welcome to bring their personal joycons or controllers, as well.
- Lunch will be from 11:45-12:45; you can purchase lunch at the venue, or visit downtown Marshalltown for other food options on your own.
- We will have some bananas for breakfast in the morning, and a Mario Kart pull-apart cupcake cake in the afternoon to share with all players and audience members!
Day-of-Tournament Schedule
9:00-9:30am - Check-In
9:45-10:00am - Opening Remarks
10:00-11:00am- Round 1
11:00am-11:45pm - Round 2
11:45am-12:45pm - LUNCH ON YOUR OWN
12:45pm-1:45pm - Special Round!
1:45pm-2:30pm - Round 3
3:30-4:00 - Award Ceremony and Closing Remarks
Trophies and prizes were awarded at the end of the tournament. Winning categories include:
1. 1st Place Team of 4
2. 2nd Place Team of 4
3. Top Player (<14 y/o)
4. Top Player (15+ y/o)
9:00-9:30am - Check-In
9:45-10:00am - Opening Remarks
10:00-11:00am- Round 1
11:00am-11:45pm - Round 2
11:45am-12:45pm - LUNCH ON YOUR OWN
12:45pm-1:45pm - Special Round!
1:45pm-2:30pm - Round 3
3:30-4:00 - Award Ceremony and Closing Remarks
Trophies and prizes were awarded at the end of the tournament. Winning categories include:
1. 1st Place Team of 4
2. 2nd Place Team of 4
3. Top Player (<14 y/o)
4. Top Player (15+ y/o)
We encourage you to find family, friends, co-workers, or other gamers to join your team. However, if you will be out of town during the event, or you don’t have gamers from your business who will bring home the victory, draft Littles and/or High School/Collegiate Esport Athletes to fill your team slots!
Learn more about our high school, collegiate, and Little Esport athletes that you can draft from your team below!
Only one High School/Collegiate player is allowed per team. Cost is $50 per Little, $100 per high school and collegiate level players; you do not have to pay in advance to select your drafted player.
Click here for the Sign-Up Genius link to officially draft your player.
You will need to click "sign up" next to your preferred player's name. Press Save and Continue. It will prompt you to enter your name, email, and in the comment section please write your team name.
Draftable Players
Collegiate, High School and Littles
Learn more about our high school, collegiate, and Little Esport athletes that you can draft from your team below!
Only one High School/Collegiate player is allowed per team. Cost is $50 per Little, $100 per high school and collegiate level players; you do not have to pay in advance to select your drafted player.
Click here for the Sign-Up Genius link to officially draft your player.
You will need to click "sign up" next to your preferred player's name. Press Save and Continue. It will prompt you to enter your name, email, and in the comment section please write your team name.
Draftable Players
Collegiate, High School and Littles
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