14-Year-Old Boy Hospitalized After Suffering Traumatic Head Injury in Hockey Incident

January 17, 2026 | Groton, MA

A 14-year-old boy was hospitalized following a traumatic head injury sustained during a hockey-related incident at an arena. Emergency responders rushed to the scene at 56 Academy Dr. in Groton, Massachusetts, shortly after 5:18 p.m. on Jan. 17. The young athlete suffered the severe head trauma while participating in sports activities at the facility.

14 YOM w/ a traumatic inj to the head at the hockey arena.

Limited details are available about the exact cause of the injury or the boy's current medical condition. Local authorities are investigating the event, which could prompt discussions on improving safety protocols for youth sports programs.

Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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