Sweden's recent allowance for body-checks in women's hockey contrasts with current international tournament regulations that still prohibit tackling, highlighting ongoing disparities in the sport.
In 2022, Sweden became the first nation to allow body-checking in women's ice hockey, a significant shift in the sport designed to enhance safety and competitiveness. Morgan Johansson, the project leader for player safety at the Swedish Ice Hockey Federation, described the rule change as the most significant ever in women's hockey. He expressed confidence that the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) would eventually adopt similar regulations, expecting further progression in the sport's development.
