In 2022, Sweden became the first country in the world to allow body checking in women's ice hockey. Major hockey nations are now following Lund University's research on the consequences of tougher ...

More information: Amanda Lahti et al, Physical Characteristics of Swedish Female Professional Ice Hockey Players Allowed Body Checking, Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research (2024).

The ACHA rule book says “body checking is not permitted in any area of the ice” in women’s hockey. The Michigan State player was issued a major penalty during the game, records show.