Explore every episode of the podcast The Face-Off Spot with Adam Larson
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenny Jacoby part 2 | 05 Aug 2025 | 01:02:23 | |
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. | |||
| Referee Roundtable | 10 Jul 2025 | 01:04:17 | |
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. | |||
| THL - Sean Connors | 07 Jul 2025 | 00:46:18 | |
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 | 03 Jul 2025 | 00:53:46 | |
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! | |||
| THL - Patrick Warrington | 30 Jun 2025 | 00:49:27 | |
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! | |||
| THL - Andy Gibson | 23 Jun 2025 | 00:41:39 | |
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 | 20 Jun 2025 | 01:08:40 | |
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. | |||
| Doug "The Thug" Smith | 08 May 2025 | 00:45:03 | |
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 | 01 May 2025 | 00:39:03 | |
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. | |||
| Eric Silverman | 22 Apr 2025 | 00:58:37 | |
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. | |||
| Mike Salekin | 15 Apr 2025 | 01:22:39 | |
This week we welcome THL Hockey Director, Mike Salekin. Tune in to learn more about the new league! | |||
| Trenton Lee | 03 Apr 2025 | 00:50:57 | |
This week we welcome Mansfield Barracudas defenseman, Trenton Lee! | |||
| Kenny Jacoby | 27 Mar 2025 | 00:54:40 | |
This week we welcome investigative journalist, Kenny Jacoby. | |||
| Steve Passmore | 20 Mar 2025 | 00:57:16 | |
This week we welcome former NHL Goaltender, Steve Passmore. | |||
| Chris Dingman | 06 Mar 2025 | 01:17:50 | |
This week we welcome two time Stanley Cup winner, Chris Dingman | |||
| Jack Stanfield | 27 Feb 2025 | 01:07:39 | |
This week we welcome former Senior Vice President of Fox Sports International and pro hockey player, Jack Stanfield. | |||
| Scott Allen | 20 Feb 2025 | 01:02:50 | |
This week we welcome Washington Capitals Assistant Coach, Scott Allen to the show | |||
| Rich Preston | 13 Feb 2025 | 01:07:00 | |
This week we welcome former NHL player and coach, Rich Preston | |||
| Ron and Charlotte Grahame | 06 Feb 2025 | 00:54:27 | |
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. | |||
| Mark and Marty Howe | 30 Jan 2025 | 01:04:11 | |
Mark and Marty Howe share incredible stories from their legendary hockey journey, including their time with their iconic father Gordie Howe, behind-the-scenes moments, and the legacy of family and resilience. | |||
| Hockey Day in Houston | 23 Jan 2025 | 00:48:44 | |
This week we welcome the committee members of Hockey Day in Houston, T.C Lewis, Lance Rosenberg, and Marc Tushnet. | |||
| Louie Greco | 16 Jan 2025 | 01:11:59 | |
This week we welcome former Martin Hockey coach, Louie Greco | |||
| Coaches Roundtable 5 | 19 Dec 2024 | 01:08:18 | |
We're back with another Coaches Roundtable, this week featuring Kelly Clymer and Cosmo Clarke. | |||
| Nick Fleehart | 12 Dec 2024 | 01:03:50 | |
This week we welcome the Commissioner of the Beer League Players Association, Nick Fleehart | |||
| Braden Brown | 05 Dec 2024 | 00:57:22 | |
This week we welcome Mansfield High School Coach, Braden Brown. | |||
| Hockey Moms Roundtable | 21 Nov 2024 | 01:30:48 | |
This week we welcome our Hockey Moms. In our first ever Hockey Moms Roundtable hear about what life is like for all the moms that get us to the games. | |||
| David Fry | 14 Nov 2024 | 00:59:21 | |
This week we welcome Texas Tigers Head Coach, David Fry | |||
| Coaches Roundtable 4 | 07 Nov 2024 | 01:12:56 | |
We welcome Garry Unger (NHL Ironman, St. Louis Blues Hall of Famer, HC Tulsa Jr. Oilers 14AA), Derek Toninato (HC 2015 Dallas Stars Elite), and Klage Kaebel (Tulsa Hockey Director, HC Tulsa Jr. Oilers 12AA) | |||
| Coaches Roundtable 3 | 31 Oct 2024 | 01:19:15 | |
This week we have a Collegiate Coaches Roundtable with Tom Winkler (HC Missouri State), Alain Savage (HC East Texas Baptist University), and David Cullen (NCAA Champion with the University of Maine and Texas Warriors Coach). | |||
| Coaches Roundtable 2 | 24 Oct 2024 | 01:31:08 | |
This week we welcome Matt Houk (Texas Heat 18AA / Colleyville Grapevine HC), Anthony Booth (Hockey Director Texas Warriors), and D.J Graham (Coppell High School HC) for our second Coaches Roundtable Episode. | |||
| DJ Graham | 17 Oct 2024 | 01:00:48 | |
This week we welcome back Head Coach of Coppell High School and owner of Graham Hockey Skills, DJ Graham. | |||
| Dwight Mullins | 10 Oct 2024 | 01:10:00 | |
This week we welcome the Director of Hockey Development for the Dallas Stars, Dwight Mullins. | |||
| Coaches Roundtable | 26 Sep 2024 | 01:25:19 | |
This week we have our very first Coaches Roundtable featuring Ryan Pfieffer (Dallas Stars Elite 2014s / DJHA 16U), Scott Dutertre (Tulsa Oilers Associate Coach), and Kyle Froese (Texas Heat 12UA). | |||
| David Cullen | 19 Sep 2024 | 01:06:26 | |
This week we welcome former NHLer and Texas Warriors Coach, David Cullen | |||
| Ivan Bondarenko | 05 Sep 2024 | 01:17:21 | |
This week we welcome Pensacola Flyers Forward, Ivan Bondarenko. | |||
| Gordon Bell | 22 Aug 2024 | 01:00:12 | |
This week we welcome back Head Coach of 19U Dallas Stars Elite Girls and owner of Bellz Edge Elite Hockey Camp, Gord Bell. | |||
| Marco Cefalo | 15 Aug 2024 | 00:54:39 | |
This week we welcome former pro, Marco Cefalo. | |||
| Brady Ferguson | 08 Aug 2024 | 01:55:22 | |
This week we welcome, DFW native and Rögle Forward, Brady Ferguson. | |||
| Dan Wildfong | 01 Aug 2024 | 00:42:52 | |
This week we welcome back Head Coach and General Manager of the Lone Star Brahmas, Dan Wildfong. | |||
| Justin Duplantis | 25 Jul 2024 | 00:56:29 | |
This week we welcomed the founder of the Winnsboro Hockey Club, Justin Duplantis | |||
| Kurtis Elofson | 18 Jul 2024 | 00:53:11 | |
This week we welcome Coach Kurtis Elofson | |||
| Andy Gibson and Frank Demma | 11 Jul 2024 | 00:56:36 | |
This week we welcome the Executive Director of Dallas Stars Adaptive Sports, Andy Gibson and Director of Warrior Hockey, Frank Demma. | |||
| Craig McAlister | 27 Jun 2024 | 01:03:52 | |
This week we welcome Former UCO Coach, Craig McAlister to the show. | |||
| Mike Rivera | 20 Jun 2024 | 01:07:04 | |
This week we welcome Associate Coach of the El Paso Rhinos, Mike Rivera. | |||
| Josh Messick | 13 Jun 2024 | 01:00:25 | |
This week we welcome Josh Messick of Mic'd Up Messy. | |||
| Jouni Lehtola | 06 Jun 2024 | 00:48:10 | |
This week we welcome Frisco Hockey Manager, Jouni Lehtola | |||
| Rob Blissett | 30 May 2024 | 00:57:21 | |
We're back from a month-long break and this week we welcome Rob Blissett from RB Skate Services. We talk coaching and skate services. | |||
| Marty Elliott | 14 Mar 2024 | 00:37:55 | |
This week we welcome Marty Elliott from Zamboni Ice Resurfacing Machines. | |||
| Andy Champagne | 08 Mar 2024 | 00:52:08 | |
his week we welcome former Toronto Maple Leaf and Tulsa Hockey legend, Andy Champagne, to the show. | |||
| Tom Zumwalt | 29 Feb 2024 | 00:38:09 | |
This week we welcome Tulsa Hockey OG, Tom Zumwalt to the show | |||