Nick Rothwell said the tragedy will unite Nottingham Panthers and Sheffield Steelers players
A former Sheffield Steelers player and Sky Sports commentator says he believes players will wear neckguards following the tragic death of Adam Johnson. Nick Rothwell said there was a macho culture in the sport, and described the dangers in the game, following the 29-year-old's death after a collision on the ice.
Rothwell said: “You don’t want to let your team down, you don’t want to miss a shift.” Rothwell said he believed more players would wear neckguards following the tragedy. He said: “I think a lot of guys will wear one to honour Adam. An inquest is due to open on Friday into the death of the player, who was struck in the neck by an opponent’s skate. About 8,000 fans watched in horror as attempts were made to save Johnson’s life as he lay on the ice at Sheffield’s Utilita Arena, shielded by fellow players.
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