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sports2 years ago

The Power of Mind Over Body: A Willingness to Succeed

Senior hockey players, ranging from 40 to 90 years old, gather annually at the Snoopy Senior hockey tournament in Santa Rosa, California. Despite having artificial joints and various surgeries, these players continue to pursue their love for the game. They find joy, camaraderie, and a sense of self in playing hockey, defying the natural effects of aging and embracing the physical and mental benefits of staying active. The tournament, founded by Charles M. Schulz, creator of the "Peanuts" comic strip, has become a beloved tradition for these aging athletes.