Jaeman Salmon's family calls on the NRL to take action against Ricky Stuart after the Canberra coach labelled the Penrith playmaker a 'weak-gutted dog'.
Jaeman Salmon's family has called on the NRL to take action against Ricky Stuart after the Canberra coach labelled the Penrith playmaker a "weak-gutted dog".A statement from the Salmon family said they were "disappointed" in StuartStuart apologised on Sunday after making the comments in a post-match press conference, claiming he was speaking as a father and not as a coach during the outburst.
The issue boiled over again when Stuart was asked about Salmon appearing to lash out with his foot in a tackle, with his boot connecting with Raider Tom Starling's groin and face. "I should not have brought it up after the game, but it just got the better of me. I am truly sorry."Ricky Stuart called Jaeman Salmon a "weak-gutted dog" after Saturday night's game.
"We were surprised by Ricky's claim that he knows Jaeman personally as they have had no contact since Jae was 12 years old."We will follow the correct procedures and let the NRL complete a thorough investigation."
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