The IIHF is also considering extending this safety measure to other international hockey events, such as the World Hockey Championships, demonstrating a commitment to minimizing injury risks and ensuring player safety.
This move aims to promote preventive measures and is a straightforward way to avoid unnecessary injuries. The decision reflects a collective effort to prioritize safety in the aftermath of a tragic incident.
The official IIHF statement:
In response to the incident, players, including those in the NHL, are choosing to wear neck protection. Some teams are openly encouraging players to prioritize safety, marking a positive outcome � increased awareness of the need to protect hockey players.
As the hockey community continues to focus on player safety, making neck guards mandatory is a crucial step to prevent tragic incidents and ensure a secure environment for athletes on the ice.
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4 DECEMBRE | 129 ANSWERS World Juniors undergoes serious mandate following tragedy in the hockey world Are you happy that neck guards are being mandated? | ||
Yes | 112 | 86.8 % |
No | 17 | 13.2 % |
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