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Tragic Death of Goaltender Shocks Jacksonville Hockey Community

3/28/2025

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A tragic incident unfolded in Jacksonville, Florida, as a 64-year-old goaltender collapsed and died after a puck struck his chest during an adult-league hockey game. Despite immediate CPR efforts from witnesses, he was pronounced dead at the hospital. His family shared that he had no known medical issues, leaving the local hockey community in deep mourning over this shocking loss.

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Story summary

A tragic incident unfolded in Jacksonville, Florida, as a 64-year-old goaltender collapsed and died after a puck struck his chest during an adult-league hockey game. Despite immediate CPR efforts from witnesses, he was pronounced dead at the hospital. His family shared that he had no known medical issues, leaving the local hockey community in deep mourning over this shocking loss.