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FARMINGDALE, NY

Sports Media & Broadcasting Camp

at Farmingdale State College

Ages 11 - 15

ONE WEEK ONLY | 9am - 4pm

August 2nd through August 6th

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CALL YOUR OWN GAME

Camp Future Stars Sports Media & Broadcasting Camp gives campers an exciting introduction to the world of sports media. Campers step behind the mic and in front of the camera, with a perfect mix of recording real sports broadcast projects and learning the tricks of the trade. Throughout the week, campers call the action with play-by-play and color commentary, host sports talk radio–style shows and pre-game shows, write and deliver on-camera sportscasts, report from the sidelines, take on athlete interviews and press conferences, and create sports social media content.

Campers develop writing, public speaking, on-camera presence, and teamwork. By the end of the week, every camper leaves with a collection of recorded broadcast projects and the confidence to keep telling sports stories long after camp ends.

Programs take place in collegiate classrooms with all necessary equipment provided. Recreational games and water park activities supplement the daily schedule, giving campers a balanced mix of learning, creativity, and fun.

locationsSummer Day Camp 
2350 Broadhollow Rd, Farmingdale 11735

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Sports Media & Broadcasting Camp Facilities at Farmingdale

  • Collegiate computer labs
  • Air-conditioned classrooms
  • State-of-the-art software and equipment
  • Projector-based teaching stations
  • Grass athletic fields for recreational activities
  • Inflatable water slides, slip 'n slides and sprinkler games to cool off and have fun
  • Outdoor game tent for recreational activities
  • Various water and shade stations to cool off and take breaks

Building Skills That Last Beyond

Sports Media & Broadcasting Camp

  • Play-by-Play & Color Commentary – Learn to call the action and add expert analysis in real time
  • Sports Writing & Storytelling – Write scripts and sportscasts that capture the biggest moments
  • On-Camera & On-Air Presence – Host sportscasts, pre-game shows, and talk radio segments
  • Interviewing & Sideline Reporting – Master athlete interviews, press conferences, and sideline reports
  • Sports Social Media – Create posts and highlight clips for today’s digital sports fans
  • Public Speaking & Communication – Speak clearly, think on your feet, and engage an audience
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2027 Dates & Rates Coming Soon

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There are no programs available in Brentwood for Cosmetology.

Additional Services

Extended Day:
Early Drop-Off $80/wk, Late Pick-Up $80/wk

Sibling Discount:
Save $25/wk (after first child)

Lunch:
$80/wk

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Directions to Future Stars Farmingdale

Future Stars Farmingdale is located at Farmingdale State College, centrally located on the Nassau-Suffolk border.

The campus is conveniently located on Route 110, minutes from the LIE (Route. 495), and set between both the Northern and Southern State Parkways, directly across from Adventureland.

Our seasonal summer office is located in the Nold Hall Athletic Center.

MEDIA PRODUCTION CAMP DAILY SCHEDULE

9:00 am: Orientation

9:15 am: Sports Media News Skills

10:45 am: Morning Broadcast & Media Projects

12:15 pm: Lunch

1:15 pm: Water Park/Game Tent/Rec Activities

2:30 pm: Afternoon Broadcast & Media Projects

3:30 pm: Daily Review & Highlight Playback

3:45 pm: Departure

Daily activities and times are subject to change.

Testimonials

Meet the Director

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Charlie VanDercook

Director of Operations and Director for Purchase College since 1993

 

Charlie co-founded Future Stars Camps and served as the very first Camp Director when the program launched in 1980. With more than four decades of experience leading camps, he has been shaping meaningful youth experiences from the very beginning.

A lifelong athlete, Charlie played tennis in high school, in college, and on the 1976 WATCH circuit before turning to coaching. He went on to serve as Director of Tennis at Banksville Racket Club, Westhampton Bath & Tennis, Hampton Athletic Club, and Green Hollow Tennis Club.

Today, as Director of Operations and Director for Purchase College, Charlie combines his collegiate athletic background, deep coaching expertise, and proven leadership to create a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment for every camper.