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The Face-Off Spot with Adam Larson

The Face-Off Spot with Adam Larson

By Adam Larson

Adam and a guest discuss Hockey, hockey culture and much more.
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Michael Tatum and Wayne Johns

The Face-Off Spot with Adam LarsonAug 24, 2023

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Michael Tatum and Wayne Johns

Michael Tatum and Wayne Johns

This week we welcome to the show, from the Mansfield Barracudas, Michael Tatum and Wayne Johns. We discussed the upcoming season as well as hearing Michael's history with hockey.

Aug 24, 202344:15
Matt Houk

Matt Houk

This week we welcome back Matt Houk and discuss what it takes to create a positive culture within your organization.

Aug 17, 202301:02:38
Mike Salekin is back

Mike Salekin is back

This week we welcome back to the show Mike Salekin

Aug 10, 202301:04:32
Elizabeth Spoon

Elizabeth Spoon

This week we welcome Elizabeth Spoon from Wilkes University Hockey to the show. We discuss women's hockey and all about her experiences learning to drive the Zamboni among other things.

Aug 03, 202350:05
Jason Piche

Jason Piche

This week we welcome the Operations Manager of the Comerica Center Jason Piche

Jul 06, 202301:01:51
Derek Tillemans

Derek Tillemans

This week we welcome Derek Tillemans from the United Heroes League.

Jun 08, 202347:49
Casey Murdough

Casey Murdough

This week we welcome Casey Murdough, the Director of Ice Operations for Centene Community Ice Center

May 04, 202301:02:02
Don Schlupp

Don Schlupp

This week we welcome Don Schlupp from Canadian Ice Training and Resurfice.

Apr 27, 202301:03:50
Chris Ardito

Chris Ardito

This week we welcome Chris Ardito, Asst. Coach of Union College Women's Hockey.

Apr 20, 202344:33
Smokey Flemming and Sabrina Slater

Smokey Flemming and Sabrina Slater

This week we welcome Smokey Flemming and Sabrina Slater

Apr 13, 202301:01:30
Dan Hodge

Dan Hodge

This week we welcome to the show Owner and Head coach of the Twin City Thunder, Dan Hodge

Apr 06, 202343:42
Chris Simms

Chris Simms

This week we welcome former pro and Oil Kings coach, Chris Simms.

Mar 31, 202301:05:21
Paul Vincent

Paul Vincent

This week we welcome Paul Vincent Jr. from Paul Vincent Hockey

Mar 16, 202301:02:53
Graeme Townshend

Graeme Townshend

This week we welcome former NHLer, Graeme Townshend.

Mar 09, 202353:19
Jon Mirasty

Jon Mirasty

This week we welcome former pro and Shoresy actor, Jon Mirasty.

Mar 02, 202340:23
Klage Kaebel

Klage Kaebel

This week we welcome Hockey Director for the Tulsa Junior Oilers, Klage Kaebel.

Feb 23, 202345:28
David Mckee

David Mckee

This week we welcome Irving native and former professional goaltender David Mckee.

Feb 16, 202346:20
Danny Heath, Project Hockey

Danny Heath, Project Hockey

This week we welcome Danny Heath from Project Hockey

Feb 09, 202341:39
Garry Unger, Part 2

Garry Unger, Part 2

This week we welcome back NHL great Garry Unger.

Feb 02, 202301:07:06
Austin Smith

Austin Smith

This week we welcome former Hobey Baker finalist, Dallas Stars draft pick and Texas native, Austin Smith.

Jan 26, 202355:56
Brad Lukowich

Brad Lukowich

In this episode, Brad Lukowich discussed his early life and journey to the NHL. He talked about growing up in Canada and how he started playing hockey at a young age. He also discussed his journey to the NHL, including his time in the minors and how he eventually made it to the NHL.

Brad also discussed his experiences playing for different teams in the NHL, including the Dallas Stars, where he won a Stanley Cup in 1999, and the Tampa Bay Lightning, where he won another Stanley Cup in 2004. He talked about the different cultures and locker rooms he was a part of, and how the veterans on those teams helped guide him in his early years in the league. He also talked about playing for coach John Tortorella and how his intense passion and intensity helped create a winning culture for the Lightning.

Brad also discussed the disappointment of not getting his name on the Stanley Cup in 1999, despite playing in all three rounds of the playoffs. He talked about the current rules for engraving the Cup and how it doesn't necessarily reflect the players who were truly a part of the team throughout the playoffs. Despite this, Brad is proud of his accomplishments in the NHL and the memories he created with his teammates and coaches.

Jan 19, 202358:29
Marc Tushnet

Marc Tushnet

This week we welcome, Tournament Director, Marc Tushnet.

Jan 12, 202350:29
Colin Jacobs

Colin Jacobs

This week we welcome DFW Native, Buffalo Sabres draft pick Colin Jacobs.

Dec 29, 202258:24
Nathan Sidey

Nathan Sidey

This week we welcome to the show Dallas Stars mascot coordinator Nathan Sidey

Dec 22, 202201:03:11
Konstantin Kovalenko

Konstantin Kovalenko

This week we welcome Dallas Stars Elite Assistant/ goalie coach Konstantin Kovalenko

Dec 08, 202247:22
Sean Connors

Sean Connors

This week we welcome former Oklahoma Blazers goalie Sean Connors.

Dec 01, 202201:06:32
Donnie Margettie

Donnie Margettie

This week we welcome former pro and host of the Chirp Podcast, Donnie Margettie to chat about hockey and coaching.

Nov 17, 202255:57
Derek Smith

Derek Smith

This week we welcome MSU Alum and Head Coach of the OSU Hockey team, Derek Smith.

Nov 10, 202249:04
Nick Moroch

Nick Moroch

This week we welcome Nick Moroch or as he is known to the DFW area, the #Bang Fan from Dallas Stars games.

Nov 03, 202201:04:59
Mike Salekin

Mike Salekin

This week we talk to Texas Heat, Tigers, and Stars Elite Head Coach Mike Salekin

Oct 27, 202256:52
Kyle Froese

Kyle Froese

This week on the show we welcome Kyle Froese, we talk about growing up surrounded by ice, transitioning from the college game to pro, pursuing through injuries, and coaching after your hockey career.

Oct 20, 202250:24
Cameron Steen

Cameron Steen

This week we welcome to the show Cameron Steen as usual we chat about hockey and coaching

Oct 13, 202258:13
Aaron Gens, Assistant Coach - Allen Americans

Aaron Gens, Assistant Coach - Allen Americans

This week we welcome Allan American's assistant coach Aaron Gens.

Oct 06, 202249:48
Ryan Pfeiffer, Round 2

Ryan Pfeiffer, Round 2

This week we welcome back to the show Ryan Pfeiffer and discuss all areas around coaching.

Sep 22, 202255:57
Tom WInkler, Asst. Coach, Lindenwood University

Tom WInkler, Asst. Coach, Lindenwood University

This week we welcome Tom Winkler, an Assistant Coach at Lindenwood University, we talk about his time playing hockey and coaching at the university level

Sep 15, 202257:30
Giovanni Flamminio

Giovanni Flamminio

This week we welcome Gio Flamminio, we discuss his professional hockey career, the mental aspects of playing hockey, and struggles with addiction.

Sep 08, 202201:06:06
Dave Loverock

Dave Loverock

This week we welcome Dave Loverock. Dave is the vice president of Jet Ice which is the paint that the NHL uses. We talked about how he and his partner Doug started the business, advancements in painting technology, and how the rink industry works.

Sep 01, 202256:44
Don Moffatt

Don Moffatt

This week we talk to Chief Olympic Ice Maker, Don Moffatt.
Aug 25, 202201:06:32
Gary Steffes

Gary Steffes

It's our 100th Episode! This week we welcome former professional hockey player, ministry leader, and all-around great guy Gary Steffes.

Aug 18, 202257:25
Bedlam on Ice

Bedlam on Ice

This week we welcome Jacob Thompson from OSU Hockey Club, and Ethan McKinley of the OU Hockey Club to chat about Bedlam on Ice.

Aug 11, 202250:60
Cam MacDonald, Iserlohn Roosters

Cam MacDonald, Iserlohn Roosters

This week we welcome the goalie coach for Iserlohn Roosters Cam MacDonald.

Aug 04, 202201:17:55
Paul Fioroni

Paul Fioroni

This week we welcome to the show Paul Fioroni

Jul 28, 202256:54
Howie Sieplinga from Howie's Hockey

Howie Sieplinga from Howie's Hockey

This week we welcome CEO of Howies Hockey, Howie Sieplinga

Jul 21, 202244:45
Ian Keserich

Ian Keserich

This week we welcome former Tulsa Oiler Goalie, Ian Keserich.

Jul 14, 202255:08
Scott Allen, Head Coach - Hershey Bears

Scott Allen, Head Coach - Hershey Bears

This week Adam is joined by Scott Allen, the head coach of the AHL's Hershey Bears. They talk about getting into hockey and coaching, Scott's philosophy in coaching, and touch on some cool stories from his career.

Jul 07, 202258:45
Luc Beausoleil

Luc Beausoleil

This week we welcome former pro Luc Beausoleil, we talk about his hockey start and professional career.

Jun 30, 202230:58
Chip Excell

Chip Excell

This week we talk to Chip Excell, we discuss becoming a pro referee and his recent motorcycle accident where he lost his leg. 

Jun 16, 202243:22
Derek Toninato, Coach - DJHA Penguins and Dallas Stars Elite

Derek Toninato, Coach - DJHA Penguins and Dallas Stars Elite

This week we welcome Derek Toninato, coach of the DJHA Penguins and Dallas Stars Elite, to the show.

Jun 09, 202201:14:49
Rod Branch - Tulsa Oilers

Rod Branch - Tulsa Oilers

This week we welcome the CHL, all-time leader in shutouts Rod Branch from the Tulsa Oilers.

Jun 04, 202201:28:31
Thomas Hodges

Thomas Hodges

This week we welcome to the show Thomas Hodges the Dallas Stars' emergency backup goalie. We talk about his career and what it's like to get the call to play in an NHL game.

May 26, 202201:04:49