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Homestead Today
By the People, for the People
Sports Performance Hub campus breaks ground in Miami
Silva International among the founders of the $280 million project
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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The Sports Performance Hub (SPH) has officially begun construction on its 92-acre, world-class sports and education campus in Homestead, Florida. This privately funded $280 million project is set to transform South Dade into a global capital for athletic excellence, academic innovation, and community development, led by a distinguished group of global athletes and entrepreneurs including soccer legend Juan Sebastián Verón, NBA star Manu Ginobili, and NFL veteran Martin Gramatica.
Why it matters
The SPH project aims to create a comprehensive ecosystem that integrates elite athletics with high-performance education, providing young athletes with opportunities to develop their skills and advance to professional levels. The campus will also include public spaces and community infrastructure, strengthening the local economy and supporting the Homestead community.
The details
The campus master plan includes elite multi-sport academies, a world-class boarding school, a 10,000-seat stadium, hospitality amenities, specialized health services, and inclusive public spaces. SPH holds a 60% majority stake in Miami FC, the city's longest-standing professional soccer club, providing a direct pathway for student-athletes. The project is supported by a $280 million investment, excluding approximately $60 million in land value under an 80-year lease with the City of Homestead.
- The groundbreaking ceremony was held on March 2, 2026.
- Phase 1 of the project (2025–2026) will establish core non-residential academies and training infrastructure.
- Phase 2 (2026–2027) will add the hotel, student housing, and the Miami FC home stadium.
The players
Sports Performance Hub (SPH)
A privately funded $280 million project to build a world-class sports and education campus in Homestead, Florida.
Juan Sebastián Verón
A soccer legend and co-founder of the Sports Performance Hub.
Manu Ginobili
An NBA star and co-founder of the Sports Performance Hub.
Martin Gramatica
An NFL veteran and co-founder of the Sports Performance Hub.
Nick Sakiewicz
The CEO of Sports Performance Hub.
What they’re saying
“This project is about more than facilities or investment; it's about people and possibility. With this privately funded $280 million commitment, we're creating a place where young athletes can dream bigger, families can see real opportunity close to home, and the Homestead community can thrive alongside them.”
— Nick Sakiewicz, CEO of Sports Performance Hub (GlobeNewswire)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
This project highlights the potential for private investment to transform local communities by creating a comprehensive ecosystem that supports the development of young athletes, promotes academic excellence, and fosters economic growth.
