Castlelton Area Summer Field Hockey Camp at Vermont State University Castleton Campus
Vermont State University Castleton Campus, 62 Alumni Drive, Castleton, VT 05735
CAMP DATES
July 13 – July 16, 2025 – Overnight & Extended Day Only
Site Director – Emily Lowell, Castleton-Vermont State University Head Coach
AGE GROUP
Revolution Field Hockey Camp is open to kids & teens ages 9 to 18.
CAMP FEES
Overnight Camp: $679
Extended Day: $499
* Team Discounts Available:
For team discounts, please email [email protected].
OVERVIEW
Vermont State University-Castleton Campus is located right in the heart of Castleton, VT. The state-of-the-art facilities provide the perfect environment for campers to develop their skills. This summer, join us for a fun camp experience that focuses on improving your field hockey skills, alongside Head Coach of the program Emily Douglas.
The camp is open to all ages and ability levels. Each participant will be assessed and grouped with others of a similar age and skill level. Adjustments to groups may be made throughout the week to ensure campers have the opportunity to train with and compete against different players. Through a mix of drills, games, and scrimmages, each camper will have the chance to learn, improve, and enjoy field hockey in a supportive and dynamic environment.
Camp Director
Castleton alumna Emily Douglas is entering her fourth year at the helm of the Spartan field hockey program. Douglas returned to the Green Mountain State in 2021 following a stint at New Haven and a successful playing career at her alma mater.
In her third season at the helm, Douglas led the Spartans to an overall record of 11-8 and a conference record of 3-3. The Spartans made their second Little East Tournament appearance in a row under Douglas, and were eliminated in the semifinals. Under Douglas Emily Harris earned NFHCA Third Team All-American recognition, NFHCA All-Region First Team honors, NFHCA Senior Team honors, and repeared as the Little East Offensive Player of the Year. Under Douglas, Jess Smithson was named to the All-LEC First Team, with Amelia Wilson, Frouke Adriaens, and Peyton Richardson being named to the All-LEC Seocond Team.
In her second season at the Spartans’ head coach, Douglas led the Spartans to their third Little East Tournament appearance where the Spartans captured their first Little East Championship. The team went on to make an appearance in the NCAA Division III Tournament, for their first appearance since 2013 Emily Harris earned the Little East Conference Offensive Player of the Year honor, as well as being named to the All-Little East Conference First Team. Kaitlin Bardellini also earned First Team honors. Amelia Wilson earned the Little East Conference’s 12-Player award for her positive contributions on and off the field under Douglas.
In her first season as the Spartans’ head coach in 2021, the team went 7-11 overall while posting a 5-5 conference record. Under Douglas’ leadership, sophomore Emily Harris earned NFHCA Third Team All-American, Little East Conference Rookie of the Year, and NCAA Statistical Champion honors with 30 goals and 64 points in 18 contests. Junior Kaitlin Bardellini joined Harris in conference recognition as an All-LEC Second Team selection and was 18th in the nation with 0.61 assists per game.
As an assistant coach with the Chargers from 2018-20, Douglas helped lead the budding program to its inaugural victory on October 2, 2018 over Mercy College. Two freshmen, Taylor Geaglone and Alexis Rider, were named to the Northeast-10 All-Rookie Team with Geaglone earning a third team all-conference spot. The 2019 season saw the team more than double its win total from the previous season to win a school-record five games, including its first-ever shutout with a 1-0 victory over Southern Connecticut State. New Haven also won back-to-back contests for the first time in program history and set a new school record for scoring, burying four goals against Molloy. Junior goaltender Natalie Shaker and sophomore defender/midfielder Taylor Geaglone both earned All-NE10 Third Team honors.
During her time as a Castleton student-athlete from 2015-18, Douglas spent three seasons as a key member of the field hockey team. After being named to the All-North Athletic Conference First Team as a junior, the Brandon, Vt. native experienced a breakout senior campaign and was named the 2017 NAC Player of the Year. Lowell also collected All-NAC First Team, NAC Player of the Week, and Longstreth All-East honors along with being Castleton’s 2017 Field Hockey MVP.
Douglas received a B.S. in Sport Administration from Castleton University in 2018 and an MBA from the University of New Haven in May 2020.
What to Expect
At Revolution Field Hockey Camps you’ll receive personalized field hockey training through an exceptional curriculum, tailored to all age groups and skill levels. Our goal is to help players of all abilities enhance every aspect of their game. Our camps emphasize individual skill development while incorporating drills and scrimmages to foster teamwork and strategy.
Key features of our field hockey staff include: Low camper-to-coach ratios; groups organized by age and skill level and a fun, energetic, and experienced coaching team.
CAMP HIGHLIGHTS & TAKEAWAYS
Each camper will:
- Develop their technical skills & tactical knowledge
- Participate in camp games with a chance to win prizes
- Compete amongst their peers in small games & camp matches
- Be given the opportunity to work with college &/or high school coaches & college players all week long
…and most importantly: HAVE FUN!
DAILY SKILLS BREAKDOWN
Individual Skill Training
- Dynamic warm up
- Ball control
Technical Skills Training
- Passing & receiving, shooting, eliminating, tackling, shot-stopping
Tactical Skill Training
- Reading the play or situation
- Application of new skills and when to use
Game-Based Learning
- Competition & inter-camp scrimmages
CHECK IN & CHECK OUT
Overnight Campers: Check in at 12PM-1PM Sunday. Campers should be picked up at Noon Wednesday.
Extended Day Campers: Check in at 12PM-1PM Sunday (8:45AM every other day). Campers should be picked up at 8:30PM Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at Noon. (Lunch and dinner are included)
1st Day
12:00pm – Registration for Overnight and Extended Day Campers
1:00pm-2:00pm Orientation
2:00pm-4:30pm – Afternoon Field Hockey Session
4:30pm-5:00pm – Free Time
5:00pm-5:45pm – Dinner
6:00pm-8:30pm – Night Field Hockey Session
2nd and 3rd Days
8:45am – Commuter Drop Off at Fields
9:00am-11:30am – Morning Field Hockey Session
11:30am-12:30pm – Lunch
12:30pm-1:30pm – Free Time
1:30pm-4:00pm – Afternoon Field Hockey Session
4:00pm-5:00pm – Free Time
5:00pm-5:45pm – Dinner
6:00pm-8:30pm – Night Field Hockey Session
4th Day
8:45am – Commuter Drop Off
9:00am – 11:30am – Morning Field Hockey Session
11:30pm – Closing Ceremonies
12:00pm- Check Out
*Schedule may change or be adjusted as needed
Field Hockey Typical Daily Schedule*
| 7am: | Wake Up |
| 7:30am: | Breakfast |
| 8:45am: | Extended Day Campers Arrive |
| 9:00am: | Morning Field Session |
| 11:30am: | Free Time |
| 12:15am: | Lunch |
| 1:00pm: | Free Time |
| 2:00pm: | Afternoon Field Session |
| 4:30pm: | Free Time |
| 5:15pm: | Dinner |
| 6:30pm: | Evening Field Session |
| 8:30pm: | Extended Day Campers Depart – Dorm Games, Evening Meeting, Social Time for Overnight Campers |
| 10:30pm: | Lights out |
*Schedule may change or be adjusted as needed
What to Bring to Camp
Below is a suggested list of items to bring to camp. We recommend that campers avoid bringing expensive personal items such as cell phones or laptops. Campers are permitted to bring cell phones to camp for contacting their guardians, but phones are not allowed on the field during training sessions. Please make sure to label all items you bring to camp. All personal belongings are the responsibility of the camper. Revolution Field Hockey and its camp staff are not responsible for lost, stolen, or forgotten items.
- Health Form
- Hockey stick
- Shin guards
- Mouthguard
- Turf shoes/sneakers
- Slides/flip-flops
- T-shirts, tank tops, sweats, shorts, pajamas, sports bras, athletic socks
- Bed linens (XL twin) & pillows
- Shower supplies – towel, shower shoes, toiletries, toothbrush, toothpaste
- Sunscreen
- Portable fan
- Non perishable snacks or drinks for between meals
CAMP REVIEWS
“Staying overnight at this camp was so fun! The coach had some of her senior players coaching at camp so it was great to be able to have them coach us as well. They are role models to me now and I aspire to play collegiate field hockey like them.”
Jessie C.
“I loved staying overnight at this camp! I stayed in the dorm with two girls I have never met, and we all became really good friends by the end of camp. We have even planned on dorming together next year and doing the camp again. I loved the coaches, meals, and games that we played to strengthen our skills.”
Poppy W.
“This camp was an unforgettable experience! The dorms were so comfortable, the meals were amazing, and the games really sharpened my skills. I made so many friends and can’t wait to go back next summer!”
Quincy P.
