Hockey is the world's fastest sport, but because it is such a fast sport injuries are going to occur. Numerous different injuries occur in hockey. The most common reasons are because someone has done something illegal or the player did not see a hit coming. Players also don't always wear their equipment properly, and this can lead to injuries as well. Hockey is continueing to grow all over the world. While the game of hockey is growing the equipment suppliers are continueing to make better and stronger equipment to help protect players.