The Face-Off Spot with Adam Larson

Adam Larson
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The Face-Off Spot with Adam Larson

Adam and a guest discuss Hockey, hockey culture and much more.

  1. 1D AGO

    Referee Roundtable

    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.

    1h 4m

  2. 4D AGO

    THL - Sean Connors

    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!

    46 min

  3. JUL 3

    Steve Martinson

    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!

    54 min

  4. JUN 30

    THL - Patrick Warrington

    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!

    49 min

  5. JUN 23

    THL - Andy Gibson

    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.

    42 min

  6. JUN 20

    Brenden Butler

    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.

    1h 9m

  7. MAY 8

    Doug "The Thug" Smith

    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.

    45 min

  8. MAY 1

    Steve Jeffers

    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.

    39 min
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