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 press conference to detail the penalties against the players. Executive leaders, including the chief executive officer, declared that they feel ashamed and embarrassed.
Chairman Pridham said the club scrapped its season to shield the organisation. The club maintained its culture while detailing the justifications for the bans. Bosses spoke at the media briefing to account for these steps.