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In this episode, Tom Boyce, co-owner of Crossbar and London Calling TX, shares how these two soccer spaces are redefining culture in North Texas.
From weekday pickup and late-night leagues to homeschool sessions and family-friendly weekends, Crossbar has created a space where adults can play, relax, and connect while their kids grow up around the game.
Tom and Ian dive into:
• How the adult-first, kid-friendly model changes the soccer experience.
• The “winner-stays-on” pickup system that keeps games competitive and fun.
• Why Denton’s cash-rollover challenge became a local legend.
• The crossover between Crossbar and London Calling in growing community culture.
• How partnerships with leagues, gyms, and coaches expand opportunity across DFW.
This episode is a reminder that soccer isn’t just a sport — it’s a community heartbeat.
⚽ Key Talking Points
• Crossbar’s mission: create adult-first soccer community centers where parents can play too.
• Locations: Dallas (formerly Richardson) and Denton, both with full-service bars and turf.
• League nights: Open, Co-Ed, and Over-30 divisions.
• Pickup culture: 5v5, first to two goals, winner stays — no cleats allowed.
• GoodRec and FieldSpace apps for sign-ups and scheduling.
• The cash-rollover pickup pot that’s become part of Denton soccer lore.
• Daytime blocks for homeschoolers, youth training, and open play.
• Community partnerships with gyms, coaches, and local soccer groups.
• Expansion plans: new outdoor turf and long-term franchise potential.
• “Happy parents = better players.” The ripple effect of Crossbar’s culture.
💬 Quotes from Tom Boyce
“We’re adult-first, but kids are always welcome. It’s a soccer community center.”
“If parents are comfortable, coaches can coach and kids can just play.”
“Pickup should be fun — 5v5, winner stays, no pressure, no cleats.”
“That cash pot in Denton? It started small, now it’s legendary.”
“We’re not here to nickel-and-dime. We’re here to belong.”
“Think the Cheers bar — but for soccer.”
📲 Connect with Tom Boyce
📷 Instagram: @crossbar.dallas
📷 Instagram: @londoncallingtx
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