Sea Eagles owner Scott Penn revealed on Thursday the boycott was not entirely centred on the pride jersey itself but rather the lack of consultation regarding the players’ religious and cultural beliefs.
Jason Saab, Josh Aloiai, Christian Tuipulotu, Josh Schuster, Haumole Olakau'atu, Tolutau Koula and Toafofoa Sipley sensationally stepped down from Thursday night’s Roosters clash in protest of the club's controversial decision to wear pride jerseys.
“I think they were somewhat frustrated that it went as far as it did without consultation, and we respect that,” Mr Penn told Nine News.Mr Penn, who returned from New York ahead of the game, confirmed the jerseys would return next season and that the players have indicated they were open to getting involved.dozens of rainbow-clad footy fans descended upon Brookvale Oval on Thursday night in support of the LGBTQ community and the club’s pride jersey. Picture: Cameron Spencer/Getty Images.
It comes as dozens of rainbow-clad footy fans descended upon Brookvale Oval on Thursday night in support of the LGBTQ community and the club’s pride jersey.
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