USHL Issues Disciplinary Action
Published on April 20, 2010 under United States Hockey League (USHL) News Release
Chicago, IL - The United States Hockey League today announced disciplinary action as a result of incidents occurring on Saturday, April 17th in Game Two of the West Division Finals between the Omaha Lancers and the Fargo Force.
Omaha Lancers defenseman C.J. Ludwig has been suspended five (5) games pursuant to USA Hockey Official Rules, Rule 603 (Attempt to Injure/Deliberate Injury of Opponents), subsection (a), and Rule 410 (Supplementary Discipline), subsection (a). The ruling was based upon the illegal hit delivered to Fargo Force player Corey Leivermann at 19:28 of the third period, as well as the player's actions subsequent to the hit.
Omaha Lancers forward Ryan Daugherty has been suspended one (1) game pursuant to Rule 634 (Spearing), subsection (a), as a result of his conduct at the 18:51 mark of the third period.
Fargo Force forward Matt Leitner has been suspended one (1) game pursuant to Rule 410 (Supplementary Discipline), subsection (a), as a result of the player's actions following the Fargo goal scored at the 18:51 mark of the third period.
Each organization was also issued undisclosed fines.
"The standards of the USHL were compromised in these incidents. The League will not tolerate actions that jeopardize the quality of play, and most importantly, the safety of our players," said USHL Commissioner Skip Prince. "While the intensity and emotions of the playoffs are and should be high, the USHL cannot allow actions that show a lack of respect by the players and coaches for their fellow competitors, the League, and the game of hockey."
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