The CSL began with a simple idea in mind - weekly, collegiate team-based competition between players of all skill levels, leading up to a final showdown between the best of the best. Since 2009, the number of teams participating has grown rapidly, from 26 in its first season of Brood War, to an astonishing 144 after the release of SC2. How would things change with the advent of a new game and a level playing field? How many teams would have the stamina and the fortitude to survive an excruciating season of over 17 weeks of divisional play, let alone a 32-team bracket for playoffs?

Article by Peter Zhang

Re-live the two 2009-2010 CSL Seasons with us, beginning with Peter's recap of Season 2!