No other hockey academy provides a campus environment quite like Elite Hockey Academy at Notre Dame. From training alongside student-athletes from around the globe with the same aspirations and goals to learning directly from former NCAA Division I players and experienced professionals, EHA provides the ideal platform to prepare for the next level.
With an emphasis on individualized player development as well as academic excellence, Elite Hockey Academy student-athletes understand the skill sets necessary to reach their full potential while also learning the key factors that allow them to be widely recruited. With a training and competition schedule that mirrors that of a collegiate program, EHA student-athletes develop a foundation that ensures they're prepared and confident as they enter the next level of their career.
Each EHA player has a support system in place to aid in the developmental process that includes:
Head Coach: Peter Alden
Assistant Coaches: Scott Davidson, Geoff Marottolo
Goalie Coach: Craig Ryan, CT Crease
Strength Coach: Mike Bouchard
Academic Liaison: Michal Piepoali
Elite Hockey Academy’s boys hockey program’s year-round training regimen incorporates foundational, position-specific skill work, strategic development, mental toughness and leadership skills, and competitive situations against some of the nation’s most competitive schools and academies.
The program also places a significant emphasis on academics and college placement. Each student-athlete has a support system around them inclusive of lacrosse coaches, strength and conditioning coach, athletic trainers, teachers, college advisors, and more to aid in the developmental process that includes:
Program Highlights
- Team meetings and Strong communication
- Coaches will begin to learn each student-athlete's game and will structure practices to ensure complete on-ice development and progression
- Conditioning and skill training throughout the season along with individual player evaluations
- Coaches Provide game video analysis and review
- An athletic and Academy personal development plan
- Leadership training through the EHA Mentorship Program
EHA players will also be challenged to develop the mindset and characteristics that allow them to be successful at the next level, such as confidence, work ethic, grit, strategy, and more.
16U Academy Team Information:
- 4 Practices Per Week - 60 Minutes in length
- Additional Skills Sessions 3-time per week - with EHA Skill Coach Scott Davidson
- 5 Stickhandling and shooting sessions per month
- Weekly team video session (15-20 minutes) with coaching staff
Academic Information: 9-12 and Post-Graduate (PG)
The hallmark of an Elite Hockey Academy education is a robust curriculum that they receive at our partner school, Notre Dame of West Haven. Notre Dame offers an abundance of learning experiences that require collaborative problem solving, and subject-specific assignments in which learners critically and creatively examine the world around them. The Notre Dame faculty forms the core of a much greater academic support team that includes parents, administrators, coaches, and campus life staff members, all of whom work tirelessly to positively impact academic, athletic and character growth.
The focus of the Notre Dame curriculum is to develop critical thinking, collaboration, perseverance and communication skills through the study of traditional subject areas. The school's curriculum is designed to prepare student-athletes for the rigors of university life.
Competition and Game Count:
- Full Schedule of 65-70 Games
- Trips to prep schools and tournaments in the northeast to take on the best in the country
- Past notable competition has included: Mount St. Charles, Philadelphia Jr Flyers, NJ Avalanche, Gilmour Academy, Bishops College School, Yale National, Midfairfield, Nichols School, Boston Hockey Academy, South Kent School and more!
Primary League Affiliation:
- Atlantic Youth Hockey League (AYHL)
- The Best Tier 1 AAA Travel League on the East Coast
- Power Prep Hockey League (PPHL)
- Top Academy League in North America
First Class Facilities and Amenities:
- Northford Ice Pavilion, Three Sheet Arena
- Professional locker rooms with Private bathrooms
- Coaches' office, and team meeting rooms for practice and game video analysis and review
- Access to Mike Bouchard Strength Training Program
- Yoga studio
- Private 54 Passenger Coach Bus for the team
The EHA players and families will also enjoy social engagements and fundraising events, such as Skate for a Cure, Pink in the Rink, Stuff a Bus, Family weekend and an end of the season banquet! The EHA staff also provides our community with weekly Newsletters, Players of the Week Awards and fun engagement on our EHA social media platforms to share, like and comment!
