Sports management representative and youth coach Destin Edgington joins Adam Larson to discuss growing up in Utah hockey, connecting with Theo Fleury, transitioning from player to coach, helping young athletes avoid burnout, and creating international playing opportunities in Sweden, Finland, and beyond.
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Arlington Attack head coach Nick Crimmins joins Adam to discuss his hockey journey, from attending the first Dallas Stars game in Texas to playing and training in Slovakia. They break down why skating is the foundation of player development, how backchecking and gap control support a complete 200-foot game, and why players need unstructured ice time to build creativity and hockey IQ. Nick also introduces Bar Down Hockey, an Arlington training facility designed for shooting, stickhandling, passing, and off-ice skill development.
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MoreAfter a relaxing off season it's time to get back to work. We would like to welcome Coach Ryan Pfeiffer back to the podcast.
MoreThis week we have a very special Championship episode with Coach Braden Brown, Kenny Tyler, and Garrett Lindley! Tune in!
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Former NHL tough guy Kurtis “Gabriel” Gabriel joins Adam to talk hockey, ego, spirituality, psilocybin, pride tape, and what “permanent happiness” really means. This episode goes far beyond the rink, exploring identity, compassion, and how athletes can grow into something bigger than the game..
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Adam sits down with returning guest and hockey media personality Jeff Fink to talk about the rise of Texas hockey, adult-league culture, and the journey from fan to podcaster to industry insider. A nostalgic, funny, and heartfelt conversation about creativity, community, and why hockey people are just built differently.
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In the celebratory 200th episode of The Faceoff Spot, host Adam Larson reunites with early guests and friends Steve Castillo, Ringo Newman, and Garrett Weitzel to reflect on the show's journey and their shared passion for coaching youth hockey. They dive into the lessons learned from coaching, the evolving role of a mentor, the challenges of modern youth sports, and the importance of community in the hockey world. With heartfelt stories, humor, and gratitude, this milestone episode captures what makes hockey—and podcasting—so rewarding.
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On this episode of The Faceoff Spot, Adam chats with hockey creator Babs about content, coaching in the Fed, and embracing failure as part of growth. They dive into real stories, real advice, and what it means to stay authentic in a fast-moving media world.
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This week on The Faceoff Spot, hockey dad Brandon Wilson joins Adam Larson to share his journey from rookie parent to goalie guru and team manager. He also spotlights Mission Equipped, a nonprofit empowering military and first responder families through youth sports.
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Step behind the boards with Adam and a crew of rink operators who keep the ice perfect night after night. From Zamboni blades to figure-eight cuts, this Face-Off Spot episode is pure rink-rat gold.
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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.
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