Re: Who here actually plays hockey?
In some cases, it probably is guys trying to play beyond on their ability. Which isn't that hard to do when there's very little ability involved. A further problem is that it's hard to protect yourself when the opposing player is so unskilled they're difficult to read.
Bingo; and I'll go further.
In my experience, the lowest level rec leagues are a problem precisely because for many of the players, it is their Stanley Cup. Back in "A" League Intramurals, I really don't remember cheap shots being an issue. Same thing in Rec League play at the "B" Level.
OK, those years are a while back. But it sounds like things haven't changed much. As I got older, I accepted an invite to try out a "C" League game as a sub. The thought was it might be a little slower, a little more laid back. Nope. Stanley Cup on the line. Turned out the solution for getting older was the 40 & Over League.
Anyhow, you're not alone in this experience.
Originally posted by jen
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I don't mind contact, normal hockey stuff, like bumping someone off the puck. But getting hit hard enough to cause injury or knock my head against the glass or the ice is a different story. When I play women's hockey, I am quite aware that I could injure another player because most women are smaller than me, and I play accordingly, because IT'S A HOBBY, NOT THE STANLEY CUP. Apparently, this does not occur to everyone.
In my experience, the lowest level rec leagues are a problem precisely because for many of the players, it is their Stanley Cup. Back in "A" League Intramurals, I really don't remember cheap shots being an issue. Same thing in Rec League play at the "B" Level.
OK, those years are a while back. But it sounds like things haven't changed much. As I got older, I accepted an invite to try out a "C" League game as a sub. The thought was it might be a little slower, a little more laid back. Nope. Stanley Cup on the line. Turned out the solution for getting older was the 40 & Over League.
Anyhow, you're not alone in this experience.
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