GWS Captain Toby Greene Faces $20k Fine Amid 'Wacky Wednesday' Controversy; AFL Investigates Shocking Player Conduct

October 18, 2024
GWS Captain Toby Greene Faces $20k Fine Amid 'Wacky Wednesday' Controversy; AFL Investigates Shocking Player Conduct
  • GWS captain Toby Greene is facing a proposed $20,000 fine for failing to prevent teammates from engaging in inappropriate behavior at a player-only function.

  • Eight Giants players are also facing potential suspensions or fines for their conduct during the controversial 'Wacky Wednesday' party, which included questionable costumes and skits.

  • Reports have surfaced indicating that some costumes at the event included references to Jarryd Hayne, a convicted rapist, and players dressed as the twin towers of the World Trade Center.

  • The incident at the party involved inappropriate skits, including one featuring an inflatable doll, prompting significant backlash.

  • The GWS Giants acknowledged that some allegations from the event are 'distressing' and contrary to the club's values, while also addressing misinformation surrounding the situation.

  • CCTV footage of the event has been accessed by the club and the AFL for review as part of the ongoing investigation.

  • The AFL is conducting an investigation into the function, which took place after GWS's early exit from the finals, and is considering penalties for several players.

  • The AFL is still deliberating on the potential fine for Greene, with the AFL Players Association also involved in the discussions.

  • Greene's manager, Paul Connors, acknowledged his client's shortcomings but attributed his behavior to the emotional toll of a recent semi-final loss to the Brisbane Lions.

  • Connors emphasized that Greene, as the team's leader, 'needed to be better' in handling the situation and the behavior of his teammates.

  • As the investigation unfolds, players are considering whether to accept or challenge the proposed fines and suspensions.

  • The penalties, including possible suspensions for some players, are expected to be announced by the end of the week.

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‘Just too much’: Manager reacts to GWS fines

news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site • Oct 17, 2024

‘Just too much’: Manager reacts to GWS fines

Greene 'needed to be better', AFL weighs GWS penalties

The West Australian • Oct 17, 2024

Greene 'needed to be better', AFL weighs GWS penalties

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