High school esports teams typically play between 6 to 12 regular season games per sport, though this can vary depending on the league, game title, and competition format. I've found that most schools participate in seasonal competitions that span 8-10 weeks.

For example, in popular games like League of Legends or Rocket League, teams usually compete once per week during the regular season. This schedule allows students to balance their academic responsibilities while maintaining consistent practice and competition schedules.

The number of games can be broken down into several categories:

Regular Season Games: 6-12 games
Tournament Matches: 2-6 additional games
Playoff Games: Up to 4-6 games (if team qualifies)
Exhibition/Friendly Matches: 2-4 games (optional)

Many high school esports leagues follow a similar structure to traditional sports, with both fall and spring seasons. Each season typically includes:

A pre-season period (1-2 weeks)
Regular season matches (6-8 weeks)
Playoffs and championships (2-3 weeks)

It's worth noting that the actual number of games can increase significantly if a team performs well and advances through tournament brackets or qualifies for state championships. Some teams might play up to 20 total games across all competitions in a single season.

Practice matches and scrimmages are additional opportunities for gameplay, though these aren't counted in official season records. Most teams practice 2-3 times per week, often playing 2-3 games per session.

The specific game title also impacts the number of matches played. For instance:

Rocket League: Usually best-of-5 series
League of Legends: Single games per match
Overwatch: Best-of-3 or best-of-5 series
Super Smash Bros: Multiple games in tournament format

For new programs or schools just starting their esports teams, I recommend beginning with one season per year, focusing on 6-8 regular season games to establish a sustainable schedule that works for both students and staff.

Remember that these numbers represent averages across various leagues and programs. Individual schools may adjust their schedule based on factors like student availability, administrative support, and regional competition opportunities.

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