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Media & Press

eCenter22 in the news — coverage, highlights, and community voices.

Press Coverage

WFMZ News
March 2022

eCenter22 Hosts First-of-Its-Kind Fortnite Tournament in Berks County

"Tickets were being sold like crazy" — 150 kids packed the gym for the region's first youth esports tournament, putting Shillington on the map for competitive gaming.
Reading Eagle
March 2023

eCenter22 Celebrates Grand Opening with State Representatives

State Reps. Manny Guzman (D-127th) and Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D-129th), county judges, and interfaith leader Shafayat Mohammad gathered at 22 New Holland Ave. for the official grand opening of eCenter22's community and technology hub.

MainLine Media News
2022–2023

Shillington Community Center Draws Hundreds with Youth Programs

Covering eCenter22's growth from a sold-out Fortnite tournament series to a full-service after-school program serving 100+ children weekly across three Pennsylvania counties.

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WFMZ News
Reading Eagle
MainLine Media News

News Highlights

Fortnite Tournament
Esports

Fortnite Tournament Series

Three consecutive sold-out Fortnite tournaments made eCenter22 the go-to venue for youth esports in Berks County. Part 1 drew 150 kids and was featured on WFMZ News. Parts 2 and 3 followed by popular demand.

Grand Opening Ceremony
Milestone

Grand Opening Ceremony

On March 18, 2023, eCenter22 officially opened its doors with a ceremony attended by state representatives, county officials, and community leaders. Covered by Reading Eagle and MainLine Media News.

After-School Programs
Education

After-School Programs Expand

What started as tournament nights has grown into structured daily programming serving over 100 children per week from Berks, Schuylkill, and Montgomery counties.

Community Events
Community

Inclusive Community Events

From Super Bowl viewing parties designed for disabled community members to global food tastings with the Islamic Center of Reading — eCenter22 builds bridges across cultures and abilities.

NBA 2K25 Tournament
Gaming

NBA 2K25 Tournament

The competitive gaming legacy continues as eCenter22 hosts its latest esports event, bringing players together for NBA 2K25 head-to-head competition.

M&T Bank Financial Literacy
Financial Literacy

M&T Bank Youth Financial Class

eCenter22 partnered with M&T Bank to deliver hands-on financial literacy workshops — teaching youth about saving, budgeting, and building a financial future.

Community Voices

Tickets were being sold like crazy. We had 150 kids in the gym — it was the first event like this in Berks County. The energy was unreal.
Noel Sackoor
Founder, eCenter22
eCenter22 gives our kids a safe place to go after school. It's not just gaming — they're learning technology, teamwork, and financial skills. This is what our community needs.
Local Parent
Berks County
The grand opening brought together state representatives, judges, and interfaith leaders. eCenter22 is proof that a community center can be a real force for unity.
Community Member
Grand Opening Attendee

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