[metmom]

But we can certainly see excuses aplenty for the adult here hitting a 14 year old girl in the face with his fist, can't we. /s

Get real.

THANK YOU!!!!!

I notice that those condemning the girl the loudest are also the loudest in defending the father.

One was the result of an accident and the other was deliberate and pre-meditated and look who's getting castigated and who's getting excused.

And yes, some 14 year olds are mature for their age. Most are not.

[DoughtyOne]

Thanks Metmom. And as I stated, she may have been learning to ski herself, not in full control yet either.

[DManA]

When you buy your lift ticket there are ample warnings about the hazards of skying. You voluntarily take on the risk for your self and your minor children. That includes getting run over by other skiers.

One hazard you should NOT have to worry about is assault by an idiot adult on a kid.