AFL player Jeremy Finlayson could face a harsh penalty for directing a homophobic slur at an opponent during a recent match. The league is conducting an investigation into the incident and a decision on the penalty is expected soon.
Jeremy Finlayson could receive a harsher penalty than a club coach earlier this season as the AFL tries to stamp out homophobia. AFL boss Andrew Dillon says “there’ll be an accountability” for Port Adelaide player Jeremy Finlayson after he directed a homophic slur at an opponent during Gather Round.
He issued a public apology on Sunday, saying he was “very remorseful” and took “full responsibility” for using the slur. “I’m continuing to reflect and improve myself, getting all the education I can to make myself better.” “Absolutely no excuse, not condoning it whatever, and should not be part of the game, but if you’re going to look at a comparison, that would be the benchmark there,” Koch said.
AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon says Jeremy Finlayson could be treated differently to North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson, who was fined for a homophobic slur in March. Picture: Michael Willson / Getty ImagesPort Adelaide will play Fremantle at the Adelaide Oval on Saturday night before travelling to Melbourne to face Collingwood at the MCG.
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