That Tier 1 National Champ Feeling!

Brookdale’s Esports own Synnister clinched the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate title in an unforgettable finish and the pop-off when he won? Absolutely electric!

Brookdale Esports is once again at the top of the leaderboard as Paul “synnister” Synn has claimed the National Junior College Athletic Association Esports (NJCAAE) Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (SSBU) 1v1 National Championship title for the second consecutive season—winning both the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 championships.

Paul secured his Spring victory in epic fashion, delivering a stunning reverse sweep in the Grand Finals against “Charlie D.” from Centralia Community College in Washington state. After trailing 0-2, Paul fought back to win three straight games and take the match 3-2—solidifying his legacy as one of the top players in the NJCAAE.

“Paul’s composure, resiliency, and pure determination in those final rounds were nothing short of inspiring,” said Head Coach Frankie Gleeson. “We train year-round for moments like this, and I couldn’t be prouder of how he executed under pressure.”

Coach Gleeson also earned praise for his in-the-moment coaching adjustments and continued commitment to Brookdale’s nationally competitive Esports program.

“Paul is a fierce competitor and an incredible representative of Brookdale Esports,” said Director Chris Boehmer. “We are beyond proud of his accomplishments and all the hard work put in by both Paul and Coach Gleeson. They deserve all the credit in the world.”

With this back-to-back win, Paul “synnister” Synn has firmly established himself as a dominant force in collegiate Esports, and Brookdale Esports continues to prove its place among the nation’s elite.

Brookdale Esports actively recruits and competes at the intercollegiate level in Rocket League, Valorant, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Overwatch, Call of Duty: 4v4, Street Fighter 6, League of Legends, and Mario Kart 8 as a proud member of the NJCAAE.

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