Police Called After Team vs Team Brawl Breaks Loose in Senior Game

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Sam Walker
April 6, 2023 (10:00 PM)

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Senior hockey games often have more physical and aggressive play, which can lead to frequent altercations and fights. Players may feel the need to make a statement and stand out, with fighting being one way to achieve this. Unfortunately, this can sometimes escalate into larger conflicts, even involving both teams and the benches.

A recent incident during a Quebec Senior League game exemplified this, with a massive brawl involving seemingly everyone on and off the benches. The situation was so intense that the police had to intervene.

Here is a video showing the chaotic scene:

Video - A general fight erupts during a league hockey match in Plessisville, part of the @_LHSAAAQ. The @sureteduquebec were called to intervene. Just two weeks prior, a violent altercation occurred in the stands at a junior AA game at the same location. @tvanouvelles

The onset of multiple fights was initially prevented by the officials. However, things quickly got out of hand as players from all sides engaged in confrontations, leading to a chaotic situation. The escalation of the brawl was severe enough to warrant a call to the police, as mentioned in the tweet.

While senior hockey games are known for occasional scuffles, this incident appears to be a particularly extreme example. The magnitude of the brawl underscores how heated senior hockey games can get.

Source: Bladeofsteel.com