Madden NFL 27 Championship Series to Kick Off at Full Sail University in 2027

August 11, 2026
Madden NFL 27 Championship Series to Kick Off at Full Sail University in 2027
  • Madden NFL 27 Championship Series will be hosted at Full Sail University in Orlando, culminating with Madden Bowl 27 at Full Sail Live in February 2027, as part of an renewed partnership.

  • Full Sail will host the season from its Orlando Health Fortress, giving students hands-on experience in live event production, broadcast operations, and content creation, while the MCS maintains a permanent season home through Madden Bowl 27.

  • The MCS will broadcast live from Full Sail, featuring multiple rounds with the final championship game airing in early 2027.

  • John P. Saboor of Full Sail emphasizes ongoing growth of the partnership and its educational value for students and graduates in producing major esports events.

  • For the first time, talent from Full Sail’s Dan Patrick School of Sportscasting will join EA’s on-air talent at the main broadcast desk, with sportscasting students also contributing to B-Stream shout casting.

  • The season will feature ongoing scholarship support and expanded experiential learning at Full Sail, with on-air talent integrating DPS talent into the main desk for the season.

  • Background materials highlight the collaboration between Full Sail and Electronic Arts, underscoring revenues, trademarks, and the aim to showcase emerging esports production talent.

  • Events will be streamed live on Twitch and YouTube, with official updates on X (Twitter) and Instagram, and participants can access the Madden Championship site for rules and resources.

  • Orlando is highlighted as Madden esports’ home, with Full Sail’s facilities praised for hands-on opportunities and talent development.

  • MCS 27 introduces a two-track qualification format, combining an elite eight-player Pro League with Open Qualifiers to broaden access to Madden Bowl.

  • Full Sail students and graduates will participate in live event production and broadcasting, with 100 graduates hired into key production roles for the season.

  • EA will continue supporting Full Sail students through scholarships and expanded experiential learning opportunities.

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