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UCF players visit EA Sports for career exploration event

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 7:27 PM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

UCF players visit EA Sports for career exploration event

Summary

UCF football players, including Henry Tabansi and Brad Gurley, participated in a three-day career tour at EA Sports' studios in Orlando in May 2026. The event aimed to introduce athletes to potential careers in the video game industry, particularly in game development. Players experienced the process of creating games like Madden NFL and College Football, including motion capture techniques. Clint Oldenburg, an EA Madden NFL production director and former player, expressed hope that the tour would lead to career opportunities for participants, mentioning the value of diverse perspectives in game creation.

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By the Numbers

•Henry Tabansi and teammates explored EA Sports in May 2026.
•The tour included hands-on experiences with game development processes.
•Clint Oldenburg emphasized the importance of athlete perspectives in gaming.
•This year's event expanded to include players from other Florida schools.
•Participants were encouraged to consider careers in video game creation.

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What they're saying

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Like many children, Henry Tabansi enjoyed playing video games while growing up. For Tabansi, who was raised in Nigeria — a country where soccer is the primary sport — video games provided an opportunity to showcase his skills and create lasting memories with his brother. “EA Sports was like my childhood,” Tabansi told the Sentinel. “I used to play FIFA a lot with my little brother. We always ...
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