The World Grand Masters Association (WGMA) president has spoken out over the safety aspect of the volley and tomahawk shots in hockey and believes a “disaster is waiting to happen”.
John Willmott has sent letters to both England Hockey and the FIH expressing his concerns and says he has spoken to a number of former international players, coaches and senior umpires who share the same opinions.
“Players and umpires are all in grave danger. It is just a matter of time before someone is seriously hurt or worse,” he said. “This is a disaster waiting to happen.”
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