Armchair expert wrote:They have to for Willies own good, he needs help.
He’s not the victim here
He isn’t the victim in this circumstance however by the sounds of it the family have been victimized for years, or that’s how they feel.
Nothing wrong with AE showing a bit of compassion in thinking about Willie and what is best for him. He does need to take some time away and get some help.
I get what you’re saying but it’s 2 different things here.
We need to seperate them
There are no stupid questions, just stupid people.
He needs time away from the game and most importantly he needs professional help from outside the footy club and industry, if he simply has a couple of weeks off then it will happen again.
He needs to come back when he has his head right for his own well being and can be an asset to the team and the club, not to mention those that look up to him.
It seems a fork in a road moment right now, he could have another 4+ years of AFL footy if he can overcome this bump.
As for the AFL leadership, they seem to just stand behind press releases, when was the last time we saw them stand up and speak about the issue and answer questions? Whether you liked Gil or not, he wasn't afraid of getting on the front foot via the media and answering the tough questions, you may not agree with it but at least you heard it first hand.
Dutchy wrote:As for the AFL leadership, they seem to just stand behind press releases, when was the last time we saw them stand up and speak about the issue and answer questions? Whether you liked Gil or not, he wasn't afraid of getting on the front foot via the media and answering the tough questions, you may not agree with it but at least you heard it first hand.
Absolutely, the moment Dillbags uttered that the umpiring had never been better last year, I lost all hope with the league.
They hide behind technicalities and inane statements, there's not one strong voice amongst the lot of them. Imagine this mob trying to run a season during the Covid era...
AFL saying Geelong never reported it to them whereas Andrew Mackie is saying they did. Seriously this is getting pathetic by the AFL if it wasnt already.
Zelezny Chucks wrote:Balta convicted for assault outside a licensed premise, May and Prestia may soon be charged for an assault outside a licensed premise and Sillie makes a threat of violence to another player and it warrants nothing? Strong chance some dropkick has a go at Dale this weekend up in Darwin, even if it is only verbal.
Accidental tackle 3 weeks, threaten a player off field is nothing to see here.
The Dill and Laura Kane are making Old Gil look like a sensational leader. The AFL are asleep at the wheel.
This is the worry for me, there would be some "mates" in Darwin that absolutely idolise Willie and if they have the IQ of Willie or less this is a strong chance of happening, flying the flag for Willie. Maybe this is the reason that he hasnt been sanctioned, they dont want to inflame the situation? Could it be that Wilie and Port have agreed that he misses their next game vs the Bulldogs?
Not sure there could be a lower IQ person than someone that puts sports drink in as his urine.
Read my reply. It is directed at you because you have double standards
Well his West Coat career was littered with failed drug tests, trying to submit someone else’s urine twice (which he was suspended for) and an arrest and conviction for possession with intent to supply whilst on that suspension.
The AFL’s drug policy wears a lot of the blame here.
DOC wrote:Well his West Coat career was littered with failed drug tests, trying to submit someone else’s urine twice (which he was suspended for) and an arrest and conviction for possession with intent to supply whilst on that suspension.
The AFL’s drug policy wears a lot of the blame here.
So a couple of weeks away from the game is not going to change anything with Willie really...
DOC wrote:Well his West Coat career was littered with failed drug tests, trying to submit someone else’s urine twice (which he was suspended for) and an arrest and conviction for possession with intent to supply whilst on that suspension.
The AFL’s drug policy wears a lot of the blame here.
He has been afforded all the help anyone could possibly ask for to support him through troubles of his own making, but has literally pissed it all up a wall.
When he was at Glenelg, the club made a special effort to support him and his family.
I don’t know what happened to the shy, well mannered and impressive young man who walked out the door at the Bay to chase his dream, but a lot of it isn’t good.
This almost makes you yearn for the days when a lippy small forward was dealt with rather quickly by a no-nonsense defender, justice on the fly, frontier-style, during the game.
I guess when the repercussions aren't felt, or are done via wet lettuce leaf, it leaves people to operate as they see fit, with zero afterthought.
MW wrote:AFL saying Geelong never reported it to them whereas Andrew Mackie is saying they did. Seriously this is getting pathetic by the AFL if it wasnt already.
Geelong Twitter account :
Club statement | In regards to a report on Tuesday night relating to an incident during the Geelong v Port Adelaide game in Round 9 2024... 1/2
...The Club can confirm the matter was not raised with the AFL. The Club spoke directly with Port Adelaide after the match and considered the matter dealt with.
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So Port keep closing the matter with no actions or are they doing anything with Willie at club level to stop this from happening?
I see Koch has come out and loosely blamed racism on Willies behaviour and that abuse on field should not be treated the same as off field.
