Affinity Esports Group Launches Summer Partnership with Brass City Gamers and The People’s Place in Waterbury

WATERBURY, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Affinity Esports is teaming up with Brass City Gamers and The People’s Place to bring a full slate of structured gaming and technology programming to Waterbury youth this summer. The initiative combines Affinity’s expertise in healthier gaming with Brass City Gamers’ local impact, creating a third space for kids to connect, learn, and grow through games, coding, and teamwork.

“We’ve always believed in the power of technology to reach and uplift youth. This partnership gives us the infrastructure and expertise to make that vision real at a whole new level.” — Rafael Rosario, Executive Director, Brass City Gamers

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Gaming and Esports Summer 2025 Camps at The People’s Place (101 Pierpont Rd):

• Minecraft & Roblox Explorers – June 23–27, 8:45am–11:45am or 12:15pm–3:15pm – $150
• Summer Break Gamer’s Retreat – June 30–July 3, 8:45am–11:45am or 12:15pm–3:15pm – $120

Registrations are now live for the Waterbury community at affinityesportsgg.as.me/bcg.

“We’ve always believed in the power of technology to reach and uplift youth,” said Rafael Rosario, Executive Director of Brass City Gamers. “This partnership gives us the infrastructure and expertise to make that vision real at a whole new level—and we’re just getting started.”

“We are proud to support Brass City Gamers’ continued growth and to provide a home for a new wave of youth programming that is truly innovative and engaging,” said Roslyn Sotero, Executive Director of The People’s Place.

“Waterbury has always been a priority for us,” said Emily Kilpatrick, Founder & COO at Affinity Esports. “We’re thrilled to expand the amazing work already happening at Brass City Gamers and offer a safe, skill-building environment for kids to grow and connect.”

To register for Summer Camps at Brass City Gamers, visit affinityesportsgg.as.me/bcg.

About Affinity Esports Group

Founded in 2021, Affinity Esports is Connecticut’s leader in structured, inclusive gaming. With locations in Newtown and Milford, and mobile programs statewide, Affinity promotes skill-building, community, and healthier digital engagement.

About Brass City Gamers

Brass City Gamers is a Waterbury-based nonprofit offering tech education and access to underserved youth through gaming, coding, and career exploration programs.

About The People’s Place

The People's Place (TPP) is an incubator for economic growth and social change that connects organizers and entrepreneurs to development, technology and each other.