- It is still difficult to understand what has happened. That the collision with the goal post was as serious as it was. That the consequences are so great. Not only that I have to stop playing hockey - something that has been such a big part of my life for many years - but that I may have to be in a wheelchair for the rest of my life.
- The injury that happened to me last Friday, when I crashed into the goal post, has caused paralysis from the chest down, and my hands have reduced function.
- That's the reality I'm trying to get down to. I understand that I am now facing a long and hard battle with my body, the hardest battle of my life. I've had incredible support from my family since day one and I know they'll be there for me the whole way.
- And all the support I have received from my friends, fans, club and all over the world - I just want to say THANK YOU! Your concern and support means everything to me and my family in this difficult situation. And an equally big thank you to the nursing staff who took care of me.
- Now I have to focus all my energy on rehabilitation so that I can recover as well as possible. Therefore, myself and HV71 will not comment further on my injury or my situation, and we ask that you show consideration and respect for me and my family.
- This situation is of course deep, but I'm not afraid to take it on. I don't know what I'm going to do next, but I know it's going to be pretty damn awesome.
