Houston Bulls hire Ben Canvasser as team broadcaster for inaugural season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 5:04 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Ben Canvasser has been appointed as the Houston Bulls’ team broadcaster and play-by-play analyst. This announcement comes ahead of the Bulls' inaugural season in the North American Hockey League, after the team relocated from North Iowa to Houston. Canvasser aims to tell the story of the team's return to Houston, where hockey has been absent for some time. The Bulls will begin their season with away games against the Shreveport Mudbugs on September 11 and 12, with their home opener set for October 2 against the Lone Star Brahmas.
- •Canvasser previously called games for the Big Mountain Hockey Conference.
- •Houston Bulls sold out of season tickets prior to the season.
- •The Bulls' home venue will feature 14 suites and additional practice ice.
- •A roster announcement is expected by early September.
- •Single game tickets will go on sale next month.
- 5:04 PMYahoo Sports — NAHL Houston Bulls hire Ben Canvasser as team broadcaster
"Ben Canvasser has been hired as the Houston Bulls’ team broadcaster and play-by-play analyst, bringing a unique energy to the call and a diverse hockey background.
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