Hockey Stick Safety Memorandum

It has been brought to my attention that some players may be participating in our program with hockey sticks that are dangerous, which is a safety concern.

Carbon Fibre Sticks can have two safety concerns:

1) Blades that are worn leading to splinters that can be embedded in an opponent’s skin.

2) Missing End Caps and butt-ends not taped off, which can result in puncture injuries if a player is hit with the end of the stick (including the player carrying the stick).

Wooden Sticks with splinters that can be embedded in an opponent’s skin.

All parents are asked to check their children's sticks to be sure they are safe to use.  If the stick is not safe, it must be taped to prevent injury or replaced.

Our League Executive, Conveners and Referees have been informed to monitor all the player’s sticks and remove any stick not deemed safe from the game.  

Thanks in advance for your cooperation with this safety concern,

Jamie Robillard

Penetang-Midland Minor Ball Hockey League