In ice hockey, players use specialized equipment both to facilitate the play of the game and for protection as this is a sport where injuries are common, therefore, all players are encouraged to protect their bodies from bruises and severe fractures.
A set of full hockey equipment, minus jersey and socks at the Royal Ontario Museum, 2006
A hockey jersey is a piece of clothing worn by ice hockey players to cover the upper part of their bodies. They also are worn by fans to show support for a team, or to create ties to a hometown or region.
Display of 1959-60 Montreal Canadiens jersey worn by Maurice Richard
Back of the France men's national ice hockey team jersey, circa 2008
An Oilers jersey with Bear in Cree
Fan versions of Hockey jerseys for sale