CBF stages second module of eSeleção High Performance Programme

CBF stages second module of eSeleção High Performance Programme

On Tuesday (28), the CBF held the second module of the eSeleção High Performance Program. The event, held one day before the Rocket League eSeleção began competing in the qualifiers for the FIFAe Nations League, featured talks on marketing, anti-doping care, and nutrition focused on gaming, bringing together players from all categories supported by the CBF.

The opening of the second module was led by Bernardo Bessa, CBF National Teams Marketing Director. Bessa highlighted the current moment of eSports within the organization, now treated with the status of the Brazilian National Team and receiving unprecedented investment, as the program itself demonstrates.

Next, Will Kontoyanis, leader of the CBF World Cup Squad, detailed for the athletes the process of conceptualizing and researching the “Bate no Peito” campaign, created to rekindle fans’ love for the Brazilian National Team during the World Cup.

Doctor Fernando Solera, coordinator of the CBF Doping Control Commission, and dentist Lucas Berard shared information with the athletes about substances prohibited in competitions by WADA (World Anti-Doping Agency). “Always ask and be suspicious” was the motto highlighted by Solera, who made himself available to assist the athletes and reminded them that unintentional doping is the most common, citing examples of ordinary medications available in pharmacies.

Rocket League eSeleção coach Bruno Grandini, attentive to the recommendationsCredits: Brady Soares / Furia

Finally, Thiago Monteiro, nutritionist for the Brazil Men’s Under-20 National Team, gave guidance on hydration and diet, as well as listing foods that athletes should avoid, especially sugar. “A gamer’s main muscle is the brain. If your diet, hydration, or sleep are poor, you’re probably playing 30 to 50 milliseconds slower than you could. That’s the difference between a top player on the server or in the world,” he said.