Sydney teen Riak Andrew has been cited for utilizing a homophobic slur whereas taking part in for the membership’s VFL aspect.
The Swans stated the 20-year-old is “remorseful and takes full duty” for the slur that got here throughout the Swans’ conflict towards North Melbourne on Saturday.
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It’s unclear what the AFL’s sanction might be for Andrew, with the matter presently being investigated by the AFL Integrity Unit.
“This behaviour doesn’t mirror the values of our membership, and we take this matter very critically,” Swans CEO Tom Harley stated in a press release on Monday night.
“Whereas it’s disappointing, we recognise that Riak is at the start of his profession and we’ll use this as a chance to supply assist and schooling, to make sure Riak understands the influence of his phrases.
“In a fortnight we might be taking part in within the Delight Recreation, a match that’s extremely vital to our membership. We’re dedicated to making a protected, respectful, and inclusive setting.”
The incident involving Andrew comes barely every week after West Coast midfielder Jack Graham was handed a four-match ban for utilizing a homophobic slur throughout a match towards 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 acquired a six-match penalty following a slur made in direction of two Williamstown gamers in a VFL fixture.
