AFL Players Association calls Swans hotel celebration allegations very serious
The AFL Players Association says accusations about male Sydney Swans players' conduct during a Melbourne hotel celebration are very serious and could affect AFLW members.
The players' union described the claims concerning the behavior of Sydney Swans men at a Melbourne hotel early Monday as very serious, noting possible repercussions for AFLW athletes. Club and player sponsors have also expressed concern and will wait for the police investigation's outcome. Victorian detectives specializing in sex crimes are scheduled to travel to Sydney as part of the probe.
Why it matters
The controversy could affect the reputation of the league and its women's competition while a police probe proceeds.
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