Sacred Heart University fields 3 hockey programs in Fairfield, CT — ACHA Division II, ACHA Division III, and NCAA Division I. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 82 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.
What sets this roster apart is its international composition — 13 players from outside the United States, representing Canada, SUI. That kind of international reach is unusual for programs at this level and speaks to active recruiting or strong word-of-mouth in those markets.
13 players from outside the United States (Canada, SUI). Unusual for a club program at this level.
15 players transferred from other college programs. Whether from D1 ACHA, D2, or elsewhere, this program has a track record of integrating players who started somewhere else.
Sacred Heart at a Glance
Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.
Sacred Heart University Rankings by Major
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Where Do Sacred Heart Hockey Players Come From?
82 players · 19 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.
New York leads the pipeline with 25 players (30%), but the international component is notable: 13 players from Canada, SUI give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.
Where Did These Players Play Before Sacred Heart?
Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.
21 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.
15 players transferred from other college programs. The presence of college transfers often indicates a welcoming environment for players looking to change programs without giving up playing.
Webster Bank Arena
Bridgeport, CT · 11 minutes from campus
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This school fields 2 ACHA teams. Follow each on Instagram: @shu.acha.hockey.
Is Sacred Heart Hockey a Fit for You?
Sacred Heart University fields 3 programs — ACHA Division II, ACHA Division III, and NCAA Division I — with 82 players combined across all rosters. If you're evaluating fit, consider which level matches your experience: each program has its own roster, coaching staff, and recruiting pipeline. Reach out directly through the division-specific accounts listed above.