Swedes in international hockey
Sunday, December 10, 2006 -- Every hockey fan has heard their names; Sundin, Forsberg etc. But why are there so many Swedes among the top international hockey teams?
One theory is of course that the cold, hockey-friendly climate of Sweden gives Swedes an advantage. But not all countries with a lot of snow produce that many top hockey pros. The answer could perhaps be found in the rough, rugged attitude that is so common among many people in northern Sweden.
One theory is of course that the cold, hockey-friendly climate of Sweden gives Swedes an advantage. But not all countries with a lot of snow produce that many top hockey pros. The answer could perhaps be found in the rough, rugged attitude that is so common among many people in northern Sweden.
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