The Sydney Swans have banned five Australian Rules football players for the season. The decision follows a police investigation into sexual assault allegations. Club bosses held a media briefing to detail the bans against the players. Executive leaders, including the chief executive officer, declared that they feel embarrassed and ashamed.
Chairman Pridham said the club scrapped its season to protect itself. The club maintained its culture while clarifying the grounds for the bans. Bosses fronted the media briefing to justify these steps.