Picture: Sarah Reed, Richmonds Maurice Rioli. Alastair Clarkson was Hawthorns head coach from 2005 and 2021, while Chris Fagan was an assistant coach and general manager of football at the club from 2008 to 2016, before being appointed Brisbane coach in 2017. McLachlan said an external panel of four independent, appropriately qualified people would conduct the investigation for the AFL. "At face value, it's hard to find more serious allegations. "These are serious allegations, it is important we treat them appropriately, while also ensuring the formal process provides support for those impacted and also natural justice to those people who are accused," he said on Wednesday morning. AFL 2022: Indigenous Round, Sir Doug Nicholls, Rounds 10 and 11, guernseys, pictures, jumpers, history, meaning, designers HOME AFL Every AFL club's Indigenous guernsey for 2022 Sir Doug Nicholls Round revealed Teams have unveiled their 2022 Sir Doug Nicholls jumpers. "There are so many people hurting today and have been hurting for a long time. How I feel is pretty irrelevant. "I want to also acknowledge that this is a really distressing day for the people who have shared their experiences," AFL Commission Chairman Richard Goyder said. On Wednesday, McLachlan announced the AFL will create an external independent panel to investigate the challenging, harrowing and disturbing allegations, which is expected to take six to eight weeks. "We're getting closer and closer between leagues and being able to share our experiences and understanding that we can learn from each other. 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Michael Walters has become the first current Docker to provide the design for the Fremantle jumper, as he teamed up with Peter Farmer Junior in 2022. Copyright 2023 AFL Players' Association Limited. The GWS Giants trade its Round Two Selection (21) and its 2023 Round Two Selection to the Brisbane Lions for its Round One Selection (15)", "Dockers set to boost forward depth by signing Suns tall", "Tanner the Cat: First-round pick gets trade wish to join Geelong", "Trade paperwork lodged. "So to go through and read that and whats been alleged, its very uncomfortable.". It's inappropriate to make a comment in advance of that. The different shades of blue dot work symbolise the waterways and the white dot work reflects a calmness of cleansing energy. The pre-match routine was Richmond's way of showing respect to the Traditional Owners of the land on which their club is based. Picture: Tamati Smith/AFL Photos Clarkson, who has released a statement denying any wrongdoing, has delayed starting as North Melbournes new coach from 1 November. Small forward Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti is behind the design for Essendons 2022 Sir Doug Nicholls Round jumper. Players took part in a number of activities including: Darcy Vescio and Aliir Aliir spoke to media at the Indigenous and Multicultural Player Summit. Partnerships Merrett and Impey join Doing Nothing Does Harm campaign. "This is a process that is appropriate to be held independent of the normal AFL Integrity department response. The sun, which has been central to the clubs previous jumpers, remains the centrepiece, while the names of the clubs Indigenous players past and present feature on the back. An amazing guernsey with an incredible story. "This process was to speak purely to our First Nations past players and staff," Reeves said. Richmonds Marlion Pickett and his partner Jessica Nannup are behind the design for the Tigers 2022 Indigenous jumper. "When it raises its ugly head, it's,'Well, we're dealing with it and there'll be a report,' and the report takes forever, and by the time it's complete we've all forgotten about it. Kevin Hall spoke to Carlton Media about the footprint left behind by Percy Bentley ahead of his induction into the Carlton Hall of Fame. The Hawks have collaborated with popular Indigenous Australian Art business miimi + jiinda, which is founded by Aboriginal mother-daughter duo Lauren Jarrett and Melissa Greenwood. The Bunjil is depicted above the flowing Birrarung (Yarra River) while Boorimul (emu) footprints represent the future, and the boomerang the players strength and skills. [2] This figure surpassed the previous record of 73 players set in the 2008 season. The footprints, lines and circles around the V represent his grandmothers journey as a member of the Stolen Generation, while the meeting place on the back represents his grandmothers final resting place. "They keep coming up and we still have this problem it's just not being dealt with well enough," he said. New to Kayo? I wanted to tell the story of Wadawurrung country, the story of Djilang, and take people back on a journey to what the country was like prior to how we see the built environment today, Eccles said. "They should have talked to him more about the future, you know?". Five players, Angus Dewar, Aaron Black, Stefan Giro, Declan Mountford and Brayden Ainsworth were chosen to play against North Melbourne.[2]. We need greater education and safety in our game, and we will do that. "The AFL seems to be doing nothing, they should stop this nonsense. Lighthearted yarn on all things NBA and NBL, Join Narelda Jacobs and John Paul Janke to get unique Indigenous perspectives and cutting-edge analysis of the biggest stories of the week. He is the . It features the Aboriginal adaptation of the crows in the centre with the Kaurna shield perched on its chest, male and female hands make up the wings and fingerprints on the feathers while a secondary Kaurna shield is at the base surrounded by footprints. The veteran broadcaster said the AFL does appear to be trying to tackle the problem. Its something Im extremely proud of, and Im happy to share my story, Gilbee said last year. The map displays the language groups of 81 male and 20 AFLW players (101 in total), celebrating the cultural diversity of both competitions. The design highlights the core values of inclusion and togetherness. "There's a real challenge here from basketball and other sports. Gavin Wanganeen (Essendon and Port Adelaide) was the first Indigenous Australian player to play 300 games, and Shaun Burgoyne is the current record-holder of most games played by an Indigenous player with 407 games for Port Adelaide and Hawthorn from 2002 onwards. I think we need representation. The AFL has also announced that Commissioner Andrew Newbold, who was president of Hawthorn between 2012 and 2016, has taken a leave of absence from the Commission. Don Fuller got to know many of the Territory's rising Indigenous stars as a player in Darwin's Nightcliff football club as a young man. Hawthorn Football Club engaged consultant Phil Egan, a former Richmond player, to conduct an external review of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's experiences with the Hawks.. It's supposed to be, 'my life has changed, now I have a pathway for the next 10 to 15 years hopefully'. McLachlan told the ABC that he spoke to senior Indigenous players on a call on Wednesday night, including Betts, Shaun Burgoyne, Shane Edwards, Steven May and Neville Jetta. For the first time, Adelaides AFL, AFLW and SANFL sides will wear an Indigenous jumper with the same design. Essendon players wear Indigenous artwork on their boots during round four, season seven, 2022. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. There is background pattern depicting the waterway, rivers, ocean and skies which connects both the crocodile and the eagle. Hawthorn CEO Justin Reeves said neither Clarkson or Fagan were interviewed as part of the external review. [3] They set records for the most number of indigenous players in AFL/VFL matches in 2003, with seven players, in an 83 point win over the Western Bulldogs[4] and then again in Indigenous Round (Round 10) 2017 with eight players. In a statement, the AFL reiterated that its key priority was the "physical, mental and emotional welfare" of everyone involved in the sport. The sash also highlights the journey through different terrain to the central meeting place the NEC Hangar. Its a huge impact that weve now got an Indigenous liaison officer at every club. We are here to listen and learn from the players so that the AFL can continue to do the important work on ensuring the game is more respectful and inclusive for all.. At the centre of the design is Jones grandmothers totem, a Brolga. Because I would have helped and I would have definitely been able to hopefully prevent some of those things from happening., Burgoyne played for Port Adelaide from 2001 to 2009 then joined the Hawks from 2010 until retiring last year. In addition, the Summit offers a platform for players to discuss matters of importance to them and how the AFL and the AFLPA can work collaboratively to best support change across the industry that will impact positively on their experiences in the game, on and off field. The AFL launch an independent investigation into 'extremely serious' allegations of Hawthorn's treatment of Indigenous players, as Alastair Clarkson and Chris Fagan step back from coaching roles. "We were shocked when we heard, because we see some of the non-Indigenous players getting to play more than 300 games," he said. Shaun Burgoyne played 250 games for Hawthorn. Morgahna moved cities to make her dream of having a baby come true. It was really special to make the first Indigenous guernsey that will bring the mens and womens teams together, Caruso said. Burgoyne, the first Indigenous footballer to play 400 AFL games, said he was shocked to read media reports on Wednesday detailing alleged racism at the Hawks. "That's not what happened with these young kids.". The broadcaster said there were now far too many similar allegations against the AFL. This is the first Ive heard of it. Copyright 2023 AFL Players' Association Limited. First Torres-Strait Islander to be drafted, First Torres-Strait Islander player in AFLW. In the spirit of reconciliation the AFL acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. Why I'm helping to save them. "The AFL should be supporting a program for young Indigenous to move forward. 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A senior VFL/AFL or AFL Women's match is an Australian rules football match between two clubs that are, or have been in the past, members of the VFL/AFL or of the AFL Women's. ", HAWTHORN FALLOUT Brisbane coach Fagan takes leave during investigation. Some of the players had an understanding of my story and how my pathway into the club came through my Indigenous side but to be able to tell that story, to honour Nanna through the guernsey is also really special for me and my family, and I cant wait to see the boys wearing it in the next couple of weeks.. To the First Nations people affected directly and indirectly by the allegations in the review, McLachlan said: "You've been heard and as a supporter and community we will do our best to wrap our arms around you and support you. Im torn in a thousand different directions, to be honest, he told the same luncheon as Burgoyne. The ABC's investigation outlines the experiences of three players during Alastair Clarkson's time as senior coach and the tenure of assistant coach and football manager Chris Fagan. "I think the country has a bigger problem," she said. The Cats will wear their 2021 Djiland Guernsey for this years Sir Doug Nicholls round, designed by Wadawurrung woman Corrina Eccles. Take a look some of the best highlights from our Indigenous AFL players as we celebrate Sir Doug Nicholls Round. The map aims to inform and educate the football community and wider public on the various language and cultural groups of Indigenous AFL and AFLW players, with the first map launched by the AFL Players Association back in 2014. The 2022 Player Summit marks the first time Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Multicultural players from both AFL and AFLW have been invited to participate in the four-day program that focuses on celebrating and strengthening cultural identity. Luke Power was pleased with his team's efforts after their first hitout. "Its been an amazing experience so far, being able to connect with everyone across the league," Vescio said. Last held in Adelaide in 2019, the biennial event will provide players with a unique opportunity to connect through player-led cultural development sessions, football training and traditional activities with local communities. The Kirby Bentley Cup (a trophy played for by Indigenous girls) is named in her honour. We had no idea what was to come out of those conversations so we didnt speak to anyone outside of that group.. MELBOURNE, Sept 21 (Reuters) - The Australian Football League (AFL) is investigating "extremely serious" allegations about the treatment of Indigenous former players at 13-times champions. The jumper features 19 interwoven circles, representing the 19 Swans players, while the surrounding blue represents water the giver of life. The guernsey will double as the club's clash strip for the 2022 NAB AFLW Season and will also be worn during this year's Indigenous Round. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Defender Lachie Jones has teamed up with his aunty Madeliene Dirdi to create Port Adelaides 2022 Indigenous jumper. The boomerangs front and back show the resilience of the club and its people. The paw print represents the players and their own unique journeys while the meeting place is designed to represent the club. The duo said loved their unique design that had a beautiful mix of feminine and masculine tones. Pickett's ban meant he was unable to play in theIndigenousjumper he and his partner Jessica Nannup designed for the Tigers. Designed by GO Foundation scholar and proud Wiradjuri woman Lua Pellegrini, the artwork is titled Duguwaybul Yindyamangidyal meaning altogether respectfully: respect, gentleness, politeness, honour, careful, altogether as one. The front depicts the journey under the stars with mother Earth while the bottom is designed to show we all come from the same place. Indigenous AFL great Eddie Betts says every football club should come out and do an external review. [2], The Fremantle Football Club initially under inaugural coach Gerard Neesham, have been big supporters of indigenous players. .mw-parser-output .legend{page-break-inside:avoid;break-inside:avoid-column}.mw-parser-output .legend-color{display:inline-block;min-width:1.25em;height:1.25em;line-height:1.25;margin:1px 0;text-align:center;border:1px solid black;background-color:transparent;color:black}.mw-parser-output .legend-text{} Currently listed players, 2008, 2013, 2014, 2015 Hawthorn Premiership Team Nephew of Maurice Rioli and cousin of Dean Rioli. The map highlights the cultural diversity of the AFL's indigenous players with the league's 83 male players and 10 female players represented across 49 cultural and language groups. 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