Brian Morris

Executive Director & Founder

Brian Morris is the director of technology, robotics & esports for Canute Public Schools.  On top of those school duties, Morris is also the Executive Director & Founder for Oklahoma Scholastic Esports.  Morris has 10 years of educational technology experience overall, with the last three years being spent with Canute. In addition to his extensive experience in education technology, Morris is an avid gamer who enjoys competing in Halo, Rocket League, and Super Smash Bros. Morris founded Oklahoma Scholastic Esports because he recognized the untapped potential of competitive gaming in Oklahoma schools; it can be used to help give students a sense of school spirit and pride, and encourage other important elements of school life such as academic growth, success, and opportunities in an inclusive environment.

Mike Shipley

Assistant Executive Director

Mike Shipley is the technology director, 6-12th STEM teacher, and esports director for Laverne Schools.  On top of those school duties, Mike is also the Assistant Executive Director for Oklahoma Scholastic Esports.  Mike has 26 years of educational technology experience overall, with the last nine years being spent with Laverne.  As a sports enthusiast, Mike recognizes the benefits of traditional sports activities and believes the same holds true in esports. Mike has been an integral part of the overall development and growth of the league and is committed to doing anything to help students in the state of Oklahoma have a positive esports experience.

Kaiden Hudson

Assistant Executive Director
 

Bobby Alexander

Executive Board Member

Ryan Boren

Executive Board Member

Seth Rogers

 Executive Board Member

Matthew Strait

Executive Board Member

Kyle Holman

Executive Board Member

Eli Morlett

 Executive Board Member

James Kiper

Executive Board Member

Ethan Kennedy

Executive Board Member

Nick Bryson

Executive Board Member

Hayden Harrington

 College Rep Executive Board Member (non-voting)

Tyler Gray

Community Rep Executive Board Member (non-voting)

Tyler Gray is a former OKSE Esports Coach with Blair School, and he is currently working with Altus Parks & Rec. He also manages and directs the Altus Esports League under the City of Altus Parks and Recreation Department, the organization that hosts Rec the Halls, a yearly staple for Oklahoma Scholastic Esports. Tyler also volunteers his time for Oklahoma Scholastic Esports. Video games have been a huge part of Tyler’s life dating back to the late 1990’s and early 2000’s. Tyler believes esports and sports play a vital role in student involvement in a school and both serve equally as a way to keep students eligible in the classroom as well as giving them a sense of pride and niche in their school and activities.