Adam
Keefe
Off-Ice Staff
BIOGRAPHY
An iconic figure in the history of the Belfast Giants, Adam Keefe has left an unparalleled legacy both on and off the ice. Since arriving in Belfast as a player in 2011, Keefe quickly established himself as the heartbeat of the team, taking over the captaincy ahead of the 2012/13 season. As a captain, Keefe led by example – renowned for his physical style, relentless work ethic, and fierce loyalty to the club and its supporters.
Upon transitioning to the role of Head Coach in 2017, Keefe brought the same passion and discipline to the bench, guiding the Giants to an era of continual success, unmatched in franchise history. Under Keefe’s leadership, the Giants have captured five Challenge Cups, four Elite League championships, and one Elite League Playoff title, including the club’s historic domestic treble in the 2022/23 season.
Keefe’s enduring legacy was celebrated in June 2025 when the club and its fans honoured his extraordinary 14-year contribution with a testimonial game at The SSE Arena, Belfast. The evening also saw the retirement of Keefe’s legendary number 47 jersey, which was raised to the rafters in a pre-game ceremony; forever enshrining his place among Giants greats and underlining the profound respect he has earned within the organisation and across the wider Belfast community.
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