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Athlete Aggression on the Rink and off the Ice

Athlete Violence and Aggression in Hockey and Interpersonal Relationships

Patrick C. McKenry

The Ohio State University

Beth Skilken Catlett

DePaul University

Because male athletes have exhibited aggressive tendencies in a variety of settings, they may be at risk for using violence both within and beyond their sports involvement. Five former college/professional hockey players were interviewed to determine their perspectives on the nature of aggression and violence in sports competition as well as in social relationships.The informants were asked aboutathletes’violence and aggression toward teammates, acquaintances, and female intimates. This analysis includes participants’ experiences, observations, and explanations of the instances of violence in hockey culture. The study findings yield (1) a greater understanding of the ways in which hockey socialization and athletes’notions of masculinity combine to create a culture of aggression and violence and (2) two major factors—consumption of alcohol and the objectification of women—that contribute to exporting violence outside the athletic arena.

Key Words: hockey violence • athlete violence • interpersonal violence

Men and Masculinities, Vol. 6, No. 3, 291-312 (2004)
DOI: 10.1177/1097184X03257433


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