The Sydney Swans have sidelined five Australian Rules football players for the season. The move follows a police probe into sexual assault allegations. Club bosses arranged a media briefing to outline the sanctions against the players. Executive leaders, including the chief executive officer, said that they feel both embarrassed and ashamed.
Chairman Pridham said the club sacrificed its season to shield the organisation. The club stood by its culture while explaining the reasons for the bans. Bosses fronted the media briefing to explain these steps.