Be Ready!

Prepare yourself for higher levels of education and athletics at SPA!

Interested In Attending SPA?

2026/27 SPA Teams:

Click any of the buttons below to start your process on being recruited by Seacoast Performance Academy!

Schedule a Visit

Connect With Us

The Best of Academics and Athletics Here at SPA!

Seacoast Performance Academy (SPA) provides every student-athlete with all the resources to exceed their aspirations with a 21st-century education, daily professional skill development & training, and best in class full season athletics schedule. SPA focuses on a pathway to college development with three specific goals: strong academic focus, athletic development, and life skills/experiences.

Connect With Us

SPA "Be Ready" Commercial

Academics

Busche Academy and the Academy of Notre Dame powers the educational platform for SPA. Domestic Student-Athletes get access to a choice of blended, in-person education from Busche Academy with teachers in the 10 classrooms on campus in Chester, NH, and/or the 3 classrooms at the training facility in Exeter, NH. International Student-Athletes get a choice in their access to full in-person learning at either brick-and-mortar location, Busche Academy or the Academy of Notre Dame. We transport the student-athletes to and from the facilities.

Learn More

Hockey

SPA student-athletes train daily with professional skills coaches to work on developing skills, physical abilities, and performance mindset. SPA teams compete against the best competition possible with the goal of promoting their players to higher levels of hockey.

Learn More

Student Life

SPA is based in the beautiful Seacoast Region of New England with facilities in Exeter and Chester, New Hampshire. In partnership with Busche Academy, SPA provides room & board, international visas, and coordinated student life experiences.

Learn More

Interested In Attending SPA?

2026/27 SPA Teams:

Click any of the buttons below to start your process on being recruited by Seacoast Performance Academy!

Schedule a Visit

Connect With Us

Take A Look At Some Of Our Own

Timothy Kazda

Guelph Storm (OHL) 2026-27 / Boston College (NCAA) DI Commit

“SPA is an amazing group of professional people. They have helped me grow so much in school and in hockey. There is always someone there for you who can help if needed. The entire program continues to grow year by year, and so do the student-athletes who attend.”

Brian Dumoulin

Boston College (NCAA) DI / Los Angeles Kings (NHL) 2026-27

"I'm forever grateful for my time with the Spartans. The program allowed me to play against the best players from New England in practice and also the best competition in the USA. I was able to develop my skills and passion with the Spartans that helped me pursue my dreams of playing in the NHL."

Kole Hyles

Omaha Lancers (USHL) 2025-26 / University of New Hampshire (NCAA) DI 2026-27

“Throughout the past 3 years, SPA and the Rinks at Exeter have been my second home. I would not be where I am today without the development that SPA has provided me. The coaches and teachers have helped set me up for success throughout my career in hockey and life.”

Sullivan Martin

Dubuque Fighting Saints (USHL) 26-27 / University of Vermont (NCAA) DI Commit

“My experience at Seacoast has been nothing but amazing. The community at Seacoast is super caring and pushes you to be your best no matter on or off the ice. Seacoast has developed me into the person I am today and has helped me reach my goals on and off the ice.”

Cy Leclerc

University of New Hampshire (NCAA) DI / Tahoe Knight Monsters (ECHL) 26-27

"From the Learn to Skate program through my Bantam year, the Spartans and The Rinks at Exeter was my 2nd home. The coaching and development I received prepared me for high-level junior hockey, NCAA, and now pro."

Seth Murch

Shreveport Mudbugs (NAHL) 24-25 / University of New England (NCAA) DIII 26-27

"I have spent my whole youth hockey career with the Spartans and over the past 4 years with Seacoast Performance Academy. The development and access to the best facility in New England has prepared me for the next level of hockey!"

Danick St. Pierre

Tri-City Storm (USHL) 2026-27 / Yale University (NCAA) DI Commit

"I’ve been at SPA for 4 years now and there is a reason why I have came back every single year. Everyday I walk into the rink and I’m surrounded by the best competitors in the country. My teammates push me to be a better leader, friend, and a better hockey player everyday. The teachers and coaches are more than just teachers and coaches, they are friends and mentors that help me everyday. There is no better place that teaches success as a hockey player and as a person.”

Casey DeSmith

University of New Hampshire (NCAA) DI / Dallas Stars (NHL) 2026-27

"Playing for the Spartans is something I will always remember. Competing at the highest level was crucial in my development. The organization has always strived for excellence and having an elite goalie coach in Mike Buckley proves that. I would not be where I am today without their instruction and guidance."

Parker Stockseth

Sherbrooke Phoenix (QMJHL) 2026-27 / UMass Amherst (NCAA) DI Commit

“The SPA and GDS coaches have challenged me to get better every time I’m on the ice, they are top notch. Our team has a challenging schedule that has us play the top teams in the country and gets us the best exposure. They have really helped me grow and mature on and off the ice. The teachers are great to work with, they keep us focused but also keep it fun. SPA has really given me everything I need to get better, as well as, life long friendships.”

Deke Davidson

Minnesota Mallards (NAHL) 2026-27

“I came to the Spartans 7 years ago and started my Seacoast Performance Academy journey 4 years ago. I couldn’t have asked for a better organization from the on ice skills and practices, to all the teachers and faculty around the rink, everything here is second to none and they really make it feel like a second home. I am very thankful for all the help I have received from everyone here at the rinks to make my next steps in my hockey career.”

Caine Bickel

Omaha Lancers (USHL) 2026-27 / University of New Hampshire (NCAA) DI Commit

"My experience at SPA has been nothing short of amazing. Every day walking into the rink knowing I have every chance to push myself and teammates to get better is an amazing feeling. The coaches, teachers, and leaders there are second to none. They make you feel welcome, like you are a part of a family. Whether you are a young guy looking up to the older guys, or an older guy being looked up to, everybody at SPA is one family. SPA pushes you to be the best version of yourself on and off the ice, and is growing stronger every year."

Bella Pomarico

Boston College (NCAA) DI 2026-27

"My time at SPA was instrumental in developing my skills and abilities for higher levels of athletics and education. The personalized training and incredible amount of support was a game changer for me!"

Get

Recruited

If you are interested in being recruited, please fill out the form below! For general inquiries, email info@seacoastspartans.com.

Where To

Start

We love the fact that you are interested in learning more about SPA. The best way to learn more is to contact us to discuss our program in more detail and schedule a visit to our campus for a "Day in the Life" visit.

Connect With Our Staff

Schedule a Visit
SPA offers student-athletes the opportunity to come experience a "Day in the Life" of a SPA student. To schedule a visit contact us here.
Connect With Our Staff
Our team would love to speak with you and answer any of your questions. Please contact us here.