FOOTBALL ISN’T THE only sport with a diving dilemma.
Following problems with the issue, the NHL in America have brought in new anti-diving legislation in an attempt to address the increasing numbers of players either feigning or exaggerating injuries.
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Predators star James Neal is one player in the league who has established a reputation as a serial diver, and having been warned previously, Neal has now been fined $2,000 as a result of his behaviour as part of the new scheme to tackle the problem.
And while the fine may be insignificant to a player who earns millions every year, the shame of being the first player to be named publicly may cause Neal to think twice about such behaviour in future.
Should football follow ice hockey's example by naming and shaming divers?
FOOTBALL ISN’T THE only sport with a diving dilemma.
Following problems with the issue, the NHL in America have brought in new anti-diving legislation in an attempt to address the increasing numbers of players either feigning or exaggerating injuries.
Predators star James Neal is one player in the league who has established a reputation as a serial diver, and having been warned previously, Neal has now been fined $2,000 as a result of his behaviour as part of the new scheme to tackle the problem.
And while the fine may be insignificant to a player who earns millions every year, the shame of being the first player to be named publicly may cause Neal to think twice about such behaviour in future.
So what do you think? Should football follow similar steps to address its diving problem?
h/t The Hockey News
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