It’s a tough wake-up call for Team Canada Junior. After suffering humiliation in front of Canadian fans in Ottawa by losing to the Czech Republic in the quarter-finals, the players returned to their respective teams at the junior level with a ton of insults received.
The most targeted by critics on social media is Easton Cowan. The Toronto Maple Leafs prospect never lived up to expectations by being placed on the first line by his coach. He only collected 3 points in 5 games, including only one goal.
He was accused of selfishness and lack of involvement, especially during the quarter-final match when he could have joined Oliver Bonk and preferred to shoot at the net.
Cowan was so insulted that he preferred quit social media to step away and focus on his junior team, the London Knights. He spoke to The London Free Press.
“I don’t really care what people tell me. You cannot listen to those who hate you and who will not help you in life. No matter what you do, they will talk. » –Easton Cowan
Cowan added that he didn’t have the right jumps at the right time either, having collected at least a point in 56 straight games in the OHL.
In the end, my speech will remain the same in this type of situation. It’s normal to be critical of a player’s play as long as it remains respectful and remains at the level of hockey. Personal attacks never have their place, but unfortunately, many people have not understood the message.
It’s a scourge that is becoming more and more widespread with social networks, and it’s not stopping.
In the end, it’s true that Cowan wasn’t good, but it’s only two weeks into his career. We must never forget it.
In burst
– Incredible but true.
– What a big collision!
– A forgotten one for sure.
Canada
