Apr 07, 2026
St. Bonaventure University will host an Esports Summer Day Camp from July 6–10, 2026, offering middle and high school students an immersive, hands-on introduction to competitive gaming, teamwork and esports-related careers.
Held in The Game Room on the second floor of the university’s Reilly Center, the camp is designed for students who are passionate about gaming and interested in improving their skills while learning what it takes to compete and collaborate in a team-based environment.
“This camp goes beyond playing games,” said Christian Greer, head coach of the St. Bonaventure varsity esports program. “Participants will learn how to train effectively, communicate as a team and develop healthy gaming habits.”
Greer is committed to not only developing players’ skills and abilities, but helping them develop strong character traits as well.
Throughout the week, campers will engage in structured gameplay, skill development sessions and team-based challenges. In addition to improving game-specific abilities, participants will be introduced to the broader esports ecosystem. This will include livestreaming, event management and career opportunities in the rapidly growing industry.
A highlight of the program is a capstone experience in which campers will work together to plan, organize and host a live esports event for family and friends on the final day. The event provides hands-on experience in leadership, collaboration and event production.
SBU's cutting-edge esports arena features five high-performance competition PCs located on a “Battle Ramp” as well as 12 general-use computers. Two massive LED walls showcase gaming action and video footage.
The camp is open to students entering grades 8–12. Cost is $499 per student, with a discounted early bird rate of $449 available for registrations received by April 29. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required within two business days of registration confirmation to secure a spot. Enrollment is limited to ensure a personalized and engaging experience.