RCAF Claims the C.O.D.E. Trophy
In a heated showdown featuring military esports squads from the US, UK, and Canada, the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) emerged victorious in Call of Duty: Warzone. Hosted right after the debut of Call of Duty: NEXT, the Call of Duty Endowment (C.O.D.E.) Bowl IV, presented by USAA, didn’t skimp on the drama or the action.
Twists, Turns, and Announcements
The event was a roller coaster from start to finish. One highlight was the reveal of the Call of Duty Endowment Warrior Pack, set to drop with the launch of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III. Also making its way into the limelight was the Call of Duty Endowment Defender Mobile pack, up for grabs until October 19 in Call of Duty: Mobile.
A Cause Worth Fighting For
What sets this competition apart is its altruistic heartbeat. All of Activision’s proceeds from the two freshly unveiled packs will go towards helping veterans secure quality jobs. Since its inception in 2009, the Endowment has successfully placed over 125,000 veterans in jobs. That’s 23 vets a day for 14 years, translating to a staggering $7 billion in economic value for veterans and their families in the U.S. and U.K. Comparatively, last year it cost the Endowment an average of $618 to place a veteran in a job—making their efforts about 1/13th the cost of U.S. government programs aimed at the same goal.
Quick Facts & Data Points
- Event: C.O.D.E. Bowl IV, Presented by USAA
- Winner: Royal Canadian Air Force
- Game: Call of Duty: Warzone
- Special Packs: Call of Duty Endowment Warrior Pack and Call of Duty Endowment Defender Mobile pack
- Availability of Mobile Pack: Until October 19
- Veterans Placed in Jobs Since 2009: Over 125,000
- Average Cost to Place a Veteran: $618
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