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Allen's JP Hurlbert is ‘proof' hockey dreams can come true in Texas
By NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
IRVING — There may not be a place where J.P. Hurlbert feels more comfortable than skating on his home rink.
The Children’s Health StarsCenter in Valley Ranch has been his hockey home since he was 4 years old.
For over a decade, he’s spent six days a week training at the facility operated ...
Key takeaway The Children’s Health StarsCenter in Valley Ranch has been his hockey home since he was 4 years old.
Why this matters in Southlake News
J.P. Hurlbert's journey from a 4-year-old skating at the Children's Health StarsCenter in Valley Ranch to a potential NHL draft pick is a testament to the growth of hockey in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. As a local product, Hurlbert's success story has the potential to inspire a new generation of young hockey players in Southlake and surrounding communities. The fact that he has spent over a decade training at a facility operated by the Dallas Stars underscores the importance of having professional teams invest in local youth development programs. With the NHL Draft approaching, Hurlbert's story will likely be closely watched by local hockey fans, and his potential selection could further cement the Dallas-Fort Worth area's reputation as a hub for hockey talent. As the local community follows Hurlbert's progress, it will be interesting to see how his story impacts the growth of youth hockey programs in Southlake and beyond.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? IRVING — There may not be a place where J.P. Hurlbert feels more comfortable than skating on his home rink.
The Children’s Health StarsCenter in Valley Ranch has been his hockey home since he was 4 years old.
For over a decade, he’s spent six days a week training at the facility operated ...
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