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Adam and a guest discuss Hockey, hockey culture and much more.
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From quitting hockey at age 8 to launching one of the South’s most inspiring hockey brands, Hunter Bemies shares his journey on The Face Off Spot. Tune in for a conversation on southern pride, youth development, and growing the game where it’s needed most.
USA Today’s Kenny Jacoby returns to the show to discuss his explosive follow-up investigation into the Dallas Stars’ control over Texas youth hockey. From monopolistic practices to skyrocketing costs, Adam and Kenny dig deep into the ethics, legality, and community impact of one team’s dominance.
Ever wondered what it’s really like to be a hockey referee? In this roundtable episode, veteran officials share wild stories, hard truths, and plenty of laughs about the highs and lows of life in stripes.
Sean Connors returns to share insights on building resilient hockey players and supporting out-of-market programs in the Texas Hockey League. A must-listen for anyone passionate about growing the game in Oklahoma and beyond!
Steve Martinson joins The Face Off Spot to share his comeback story with the Allen Americans, revealing how new ownership is helping him rebuild a skilled, tough, and exciting team. Tune in to hear how Martinson plans to make Allen a force again both on and off the ice!
Adam Larson talks with Patrick Warrington, Deputy Commissioner of the Texas Hockey League, about rule enforcement, discipline, and building a positive hockey culture. Learn how the league is collaborating to make the game safer and more fun for everyone!
Commissioner Andy Gibson joins The Face Off Spot to discuss the new Texas Hockey League and its mission to bring transparency, inclusion, and structure to youth travel hockey. Hear how the league is evolving and what’s next for Texas and Oklahoma hockey communities.
Brenden Butler’s journey from youth hockey standout to cancer survivor is nothing short of inspirational. Tune in to hear how he turned life-altering adversity into a powerful coaching mission with the Texas Heat 14U team.
This week Adam talks with Doug “The Thug” Smith, the real-life inspiration behind the movie Goon. Doug shares his incredible journey from never skating as a kid to becoming a professional hockey enforcer, thanks to grit, boxing skills, and a supportive friend who helped tell his story in the book Goon. The conversation dives into Doug’s late start in hockey, his balancing act between law enforcement and pro fighting, and how Hollywood came knocking. It’s a raw, honest look at chasing unlikely dreams—and punching through every obstacle.
Steve Jeffers joins us to discuss his journey from coaching in the Northeast to building the Texas Heat and Top Shelf Training. From pandemic pivots to youth development, this episode celebrates the builders of Texas hockey.
Coach Eric Silverman of Dallas Stars Elite joins Adam Larson to talk youth hockey, late bloomers, and how Dallas became a hockey hotbed. And yes—how to avoid falling for fake AAA hype.
This week we welcome THL Hockey Director, Mike Salekin. Tune in to learn more about the new league!
This week we welcome Mansfield Barracudas defenseman, Trenton Lee!
This week we welcome investigative journalist, Kenny Jacoby.
This week we welcome former NHL Goaltender, Steve Passmore.
This week we welcome two time Stanley Cup winner, Chris Dingman
This week we welcome former Senior Vice President of Fox Sports International and pro hockey player, Jack Stanfield.
This week we welcome Washington Capitals Assistant Coach, Scott Allen to the show
This week we welcome former NHL player and coach, Rich Preston
This week we welcome former Colorado Avalanche Vice President of Administration, Charlotte Grahame and Former NHLer / Athletic Director at the University of Denver, Ron Grahame.
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Hey. Do you Remember Mike Melnyk? he was a Oklahoma Warrior in 2005. Then he went to prison for Assault, for basically murdering a guy in Calgary, Alberta. He didn't play hockey after that. However, the actual guilty dude who was responsible for that assault, for Mike going to prison, and for other attacks that happened which left people injured for life... the real criminal is goaltender Sean Connors. That dude is a psychopath who I grew up with in Okotoks Alberta. Sean Connors is the reason that I was assaulted when I was 16, when I was a prospect for the NY Rangers. I played hockey with Sean and Mike for AAA Airdrie Xtreme in 1998. That was the last year I played hockey. Those dudes assaulted me, then managed to cover up the crime.