Four Canadian Hockey Stars Remain Suspended After Sexual Assault Acquittal The recent ruling by an independent appeals board in Canada has left four hockey players suspended from international competition, despite their acquittal on charges of sexual assault.
The decision also cleared one player to return to the ice, sparking a complex and nuanced debate within the country's sports establishment about issues of toxic culture and accountability.
The case dates back to 2018, when five Canadian under 20 junior team players were accused of assaulting a woman in a hotel room during a gala event.