On Fri, 31 Jan 1997, Eric Rickin wrote:
 
> Wrong.  The # of potential injuries that good equipment saves is
> incredible.  What we need to do is much simpler -- have refs make the
> calls, and increase the penalities for certain stupid moves.  If they were
> REALLY serious about avoiding injuries, boarding and checking would carry
> suspensions.  Kneeing would too.  It's all very simple.
 
 
Why does this appear to be obvious to so few?
Yes, hockey is (or atleast can be) a "violent" sport, and players are
very well aware of it.  But this is the NCAA, not the NHL.
 
Excellent point Eric.
 
 
 
Edmond S. Tehan
RPI '77
 
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