Hockey Player Left Paralyzed From The Waist Following Tragic Accident
In a deeply distressing turn of events, the hockey community faces the stark reality of a tragic incident that may have forever altered the life of Sanni Hakala, a 26-year-old Finnish hockey player and two-time Olympic medalist. Emerging reports from Finland indicate that Hakala is paralyzed from the waist down.
The heart-wrenching incident occurred during the early minutes of a game between HV71, the team Hakala captains, and Djurgarden in the Swedish Women's Hockey League (SDHL). While moving at a high speed, Hakala, in an attempt to establish position in front of the net, lost her balance and crashed to the ice. The fall sent her headfirst into the goal post, leaving her motionless on the ice for a painful stretch.
Immediate medical attention was provided to Hakala, with the paramedic recounting,
"We pressed hard on her leg several times with really hard strength, and she did not react,"
as reported by Jonkopings-Posten.She was eventually loaded onto a stretcher and transported to the hospital, where the latest update suggests she has suffered paralysis as a consequence of the incident.
This unfortunate turn of events may mark the potential end of Hakala's hockey career, both domestically and on the international stage. The collective hope now is for her to somehow make a full recovery from her injuries.
Source: Bruinsinsider
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