Caldwell University Names Montclair Resident As New E-Sports Head Coach

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — A Montclair resident was recently named as the new e-sports head coach at Caldwell University.

Joe Gallant has experience with leading strategy and competitive operations across the NBA 2K League, Esports Engine, and Major League Gaming.

Gallant, who also leads XGC, a creative agency and execution partner for brands and creators in the sports and gaming industry, was most recently the director of strategy and operations for the National Basketball Association's NBA 2K League. His other related experience includes stints as the competitive operations lead with ESL FACEIT Group and tournament director at Major League Gaming.

Gallant’s appointment to the position was announced Wednesday by assistant vice president and director of athletics, Mark Corino.

“We are fortunate to have such an experienced professional in the gaming industry as Joe Gallant as our new head e-sports coach,” Corino said. “He has worked in the highest levels in the industry, immediately raising the level of our e-sports program as we build on previous success and provide students with top-level coaching to go with our first-class e-sports arena on campus.”

Caldwell University's e-sports program was launched in fall 2019. It provides a platform for students to excel in competitive gaming while fostering academic growth and innovation.

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