High-Sticking

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High-Sticking is a penalized action in the sport of Hockey where a player advertently or inadvertently raises his stick above shoulder level. A stoppage in play results if a "High-Stick" comes in contact with the puck and the team who touched it regains control of the puck. Play usually continues if a player touches the puck with a high stick and the opposing team gains control of the puck. If the puck goes into the opposing net after coming into contact with a high stick, the goal is disallowed. However, if a player knocks the puck into his own net with a high stick, the goal is allowed. A penalty is assessed if a player strikes another player with a High-Stick. The player is given a minor penalty unless his high stick caused the opponent to bleed, in which case he is assessed a double-minor penalty.

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