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There is a growing concussion issue in contact sports, including hockey. Some hockey organizations have addressed the concern by removing body checking from the sport, only allowing it in older age groups. Some argue that introducing hitting later would actually make it more dangerous, and that hitting safely is a skill that should be practiced just as shooting and skating are.

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