The Sydney Swans have sidelined five Australian Rules football players for the season. The move follows a police probe into sexual assault claims. Club bosses staged a media briefing to outline the sanctions against the players. Executive leaders, including the chief executive officer, said that they feel ashamed and embarrassed.
Chairman Pridham said the club sacrificed its season to shield the organisation. The club defended its culture while clarifying the grounds for the bans. Bosses addressed the media briefing to account for these measures.