The competitive spirit was electric at STEAMFest on May 28, 2026, as the highly anticipated Compton Cup Esports Tournament took center stage. In a spectacular showcase of talent, Stauffer Middle School (Downey USD) dominated the Middle School Division, capturing the championship title in an intense Rocket League showdown!
Powered by Lollipop Labs, the high-energy event brought together the region’s top scholar-athletes, but it was Stauffer’s incredible teamwork and precision that stole the show in their division.
Middle School Division Standings (Rocket League)
- 🏆 1st Place: Stauffer MS (Downey USD)
- 2nd Place: Adams MS (Redondo Beach USD)
- 3rd Place: Hosler MS (Lynwood USD)
- 4th Place: Bunche MS (Compton USD)
A Night of High-Stakes Competition
While Stauffer claimed the ultimate bragging rights for the middle schools, the high school division saw fierce battles in Marvel Rivals, with Downey High taking the top spot and host district Compton Unified making a strong showing.
High School Division Standings (Marvel Rivals):
- Downey High (Downey USD)
- Dominguez High (Compton USD)
- Da Vinci Schools (Los Angeles)
- Villa Park (Orange USD)
Crafted by Scholars, Won by Champions
Adding a unique touch to the tournament, the custom trophies awarded to Stauffer and the other top teams were designed and created by talented local scholars under the guidance of Mr. Goldstein from Washington/STEP Elementary.
A huge shoutout to all the phenomenal scholar-athletes, dedicated coaches, Mr. Goldstein’s creative students, and Lollipop Labs for delivering an unforgettable esports experience.
Congratulations again to Stauffer Middle School for bringing home the cup!