Should USA Hockey Ban Body Checking in Pee Wees?

After reading USA Hockey's press release recapping its Winter Meetings, something caught my eye: In regard to rule changes, much conversation took place about the proposed modification that would prohibit body checking in games for youth hockey players until they reach the Bantam level (13-14 year-olds). The current rule allows checking in games at the…

To body check or not to body check? That's the question circling many youth hockey teams. - Bone & Joint

To bodycheck or not? 'I really like my teeth': Women's hockey rules debated

Youth bodychecking myth dispelled - The Globe and Mail

Checking ban for peewee hockey has governing bodies at odds

this is usa hockey - usahockey.com

Youth Hockey Players and Body Checking May Not Be a Match, Some Say – CNS Maryland

Hitting is the hardest part – Winnipeg Free Press

Hockey Canada votes to ban body checking from peewee hockey - Sports Illustrated

Peewee Body-Checking Ban: Why Hockey Canada, USA Hockey are Getting it Right