National federation mandates neck guards

By KEVIN BERTELS, Star Tribune, 05/16/24, 2:45PM CDT

The decision comes after Minnesotan Adam Johnson died from a skate blade lacerating his throat.

The No. 7 worn by Adam Johnson at Minnesota Duluth hung in 3M Arena at Mariucci in the days after Johnson's death. (Angelina Katsanis, Star Tribune)

Mike Randolph, Minnesota's co-leader in boys hockey coaching victories, supports the decision strongly. His son played youth hockey with Adam Johnson.

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National federation mandates neck guards

The decision comes after Minnesotan Adam Johnson died from a skate blade lacerating his throat.

MN Girls' Hockey Hub

@GirlsHockeyHub

Girls' Hockey Hub Headlines

Five moments that made Edina a champion

A future Gopher is Ms. Hockey, and a state standout is Senior Goalie of the Year

Edina puts on a third-period show, wins 2A title

Warroad lands in a familiar position: Class 1A champion for the third year in a row

State Tourney Insiders: Sights and sounds from the X on championship day

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