The University-Sponsored Sport Camp Business: Is the Reward Worth the Risk?

By Matt Lovett and George Schaefer   The Popularity and Growth of Sport Camps   University-sponsored sport camps have become big business. Over the last two decades, the number of these camps has increased dramatically, especially for young teens (Zenkel, 2010). There are camps for almost every sport. Most universities and junior colleges now host these camps that last from several days to several weeks and provide day and overnight options.   There are several reasons for this gr