Sydney teenager Riak Andrew has been cited for utilizing a homophobic slur whereas enjoying for the membership’s VFL aspect.
The Swans mentioned the 20-year-old is “remorseful and takes full accountability” for the slur that got here throughout the Swans’ conflict in opposition to North Melbourne on Saturday.
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It’s unclear what the AFL’s sanction can be for Andrew, with the matter presently being investigated by the AFL Integrity Unit.
“This behaviour doesn’t replicate the values of our membership, and we take this matter very severely,” Swans CEO Tom Harley mentioned in a press release on Monday night.
“Whereas it’s disappointing, we recognise that Riak is initially of his profession and we are going to use this as a chance to offer assist and schooling, to make sure Riak understands the impression of his phrases.
“In a fortnight we can be enjoying within the Delight Sport, a match that’s extremely vital to our membership. We’re dedicated to making a secure, respectful, and inclusive atmosphere.”
The incident involving Andrew comes barely per week after West Coast midfielder Jack Graham was handed a four-match ban for utilizing a homophobic slur throughout a match in opposition to the GWS Giants.
Three AFL gamers have been suspended for utilizing homophobic slurs throughout matches in 2024.
Gold Coast’s Wil Powell (5 matches) and Port Adelaide’s Jeremy Finlayson (three matches) have been banned within the AFL.
St Kilda’s Lance Collard obtained a six-match penalty following a slur made in the direction of two Williamstown gamers in a VFL fixture.
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