Paralyzed Olympian Releases Heartbreaking Statement

The last couple of days have been filled with concern for Olympic hockey player Sanni Hakala after she had a major injury accident during a recent game.

November 30th was a terrifying day for the hockey community. Sources reported that Olympian Sanni Hakala had to be stretchered off the ice after colliding with the post head-first.

Reports indicated that Hakala had been left paralyzed from the chest down due to this collision. There were still diagnoses and long-term prognoses being made. Now Hakala herself has released a statement.

On Friday Hakala made a statement regarding her accident and the days since then.

Hakala sounds as though she understands the difficult times she is about to encounter. At the same time, she seems to be keeping a positive attitude that she will come back and do incredible things. She also thanks all those who have wished her well in her recovery.

We wish Hakala a speedy recovery back to what her new normal will be. We also hope that we will be able to see her in the hockey community going forward despite the end of her playing career.

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