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Steve Carlson set for induction into Cambria County Sports Hall of Fame

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 10:38 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

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Summary

Steve Carlson, known for his role in the movie 'Slap Shot,' will be inducted into the Cambria County Sports Hall of Fame on July 11. Carlson, who played a crucial role in the Johnstown Jets' championship win during the 1974-75 North American Hockey League season, contributed both as a player and coach. He expressed pride in being recognized for his hockey career, which spanned 13 years as a player and five years as a coach. The ceremony will honor seven inductees, including athletes from various sports and a Little League championship team.

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By the Numbers

•Carlson won the Lockhart Cup Trophy with the Johnstown Jets in 1975.
•He scored 30 goals and 88 points in the 1974-75 season.
•Carlson coached the Johnstown Chiefs with 123 regular-season wins.
•He played alongside Wayne Gretzky in the World Hockey Association.
•The induction ceremony will feature seven new members on July 11.

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10:38 PMYahoo Sports — 'Kickstart of my career': Cambria County Sports Hall of Fame induction builds on Steve Carlson's hockey legacy

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Steve Carlson arrived in Johnstown during the 1974-75 North American Hockey League season, alongside his brothers Jack and Jeff. As a 19-year-old rookie, Carlson helped the Johnstown Jets win a championship during a season so memorable that it inspired the iconic movie “Slap Shot.” He skated in both the National Hockey League and its rival the World Hockey Association, where he was a teammate ...
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