Ice Hockey
| Use attributes for filter ! | |
| Team members | 3 Forwards; 2 Defensemen; 1 Goaltender |
|---|---|
| First played | 19th century |
| Canada | |
| Contact | Full contact |
| Highest governing body | International Ice Hockey Federation |
| Venue | Hockey rink or arena, and is sometimes played on a frozen lake or pond for recreation |
| Date of Reg. | |
| Date of Upd. | |
| ID | 801612 |
About Ice Hockey
Ice hockey is a contact team sport played on ice, usually in a rink, in which two teams of skaters use their sticks to shoot a vulcanized rubber puck into their opponent's net to score points.
Adam Johnson: Man arrested over ice hockey player's death bailed
...A man who was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter over the death of Ice Hockey player Adam Johnson has been released on police bail...
Adam Johnson: Arrest over ice hockey player's death
...A man has been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter in connection with the death of Ice Hockey player Adam Johnson, whose neck was cut during a match...
Adam Johnson: Coroner calls for ice hockey neck guards to be mandatory
...By Samantha NobleBBC NewsA coroner has called for neck guards in Ice Hockey to be compulsory following the death of a player whose neck was cut during a match...
Adam Johnson: Crowds gather to pay tribute to ice hockey player
...By Emma Snow & Will JeffordBBC NewsCrowds of people have gathered in memory of an Ice Hockey player who died after his neck was cut during a match...
Adam Johnson: Inquest opens into death of ice hockey player
...An Ice Hockey player who died after his neck was fatally cut during a match was identified by his partner, an inquest has heard...
Adam Johnson: Inquest to open into death of ice hockey player
...An inquest into the death of an Ice Hockey player whose neck was fatally cut is due to open on Friday...
Adam Johnson: Ice hockey death police inquiry to 'take some time'
...By Gavin BevisBBC NewsPolice have said their investigation into the death of an Ice Hockey player during a match " is likely to take some time"...
After death of player Adam Johnson, how dangerous is ice hockey?
...By Nadine YousifBBC News, TorontoThe tragic death of Ice Hockey player Adam Johnson after an injury on ice has renewed conversations about the sport s risks, and how players can be better protected...
Adam Johnson: Ice hockey death police inquiry to 'take some time'
By Gavin BevisBBC News
Police have said their investigation into the death of an Ice Hockey player during a match " is likely to take some time".
Nottingham Panthers player Adam Johnson 's neck was cut by a skate worn by Sheffield Steelers player Matt Petgrave on Saturday evening.
The 29-year-old was taken to hospital where he was pronounced dead.
South Yorkshire Police said detectives were continuing to investigate the death.
The Force said it had been studying footage of The Incident , which happened at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield.
A spokesperson said: " Since Saturday, detectives have been carrying out a range of inquiries including reviewing footage, talking to witnesses and seeking the advice and support of highly specialised experts to seek to understand the circumstances surrounding What Happened .
" We have also been working closely with the health and safety department at Sheffield City Council, which is supporting our investigation.
" As with all unexpected and sudden deaths, it is standard practice for police to investigate the circumstances fully and feed back our findings to HM Coroner.
" Our officers have now left The Scene , however due to The Complex nature of this tragic and unprecedented incident, it is likely the wider investigation will take some time.
" We continue to encourage The Public to avoid speculation, including on Social Media , while we continue our inquiries and will provide updates when appropriate.
" Our thoughts remain with the loved ones of all those affected. "
Related TopicsSource of news: bbc.com
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