I played a fair amount of hockey as a kid, but during my teen years that transitioned more into skiing (both xcountry & downhill) as my peer group evolved. But as with most "play" activities, I found that they dropped down my list of priorities as I got involved with university and work, and raising a family. Sport in my 20's & 30's were typically restricted to the odd squash or tennis match, and then primarily running (jogging).
what I found out though, was that as my youngest son got involved with hockey, I felt the familiar urge to play - so 5 years ago I got back into it. I must say I was quite rusty to start but my city's Parks & Rec (Toronto) has a very good & cheap adult skating skills & hockey drills programme. For $60 a season I could go out for an hour a week and re-learn my sport. Now, at the age of 51, I play fairly competently with the guys at work at least weekly.
We have not had any hospital trips, and the age group is mid twenties to mid 50's. the trick is to tell your brain that your body isn't what it used to be.
I have also re-embraced downhill skiing. The winter months are too long to spend sitting indoors!
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You said you didn't give a fuck about hockey
And I never saw someone say that before
You held my hand and we walked home the long way
You were loosening my grip on Bobby Orr
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