AFL Northern Territory (AFLNT) condemns the actions of a few individuals during the TIO Northern Territory Football League (NTFL) over the weekend.
Head of AFLNT Sam Gibson said even though there has been fantastic footy played during this TIO NTFL season, it is a shame some individuals are ruining the game for everyone.
“Some of the behaviour that was displayed by individuals on the weekend was disgraceful and won’t be tolerated in our game,” he said
“Footy is an integral part of the community which is enjoyed by many. We offer a safe place to play and watch our great game and we want to keep it this way. For this kind of behaviour to occur, particularly during NO MORE Round, is incredibly disappointing.
“We understand the community is under immense stress due to the impact of COVID-19, however this is no excuse.
“Individuals involved in these incidents need to accept responsibility and the resulting consequences. People who wish to act like this are not welcome at the footy and can expect harsh sanctions imposed by their Club or the League.
“Ahead of the fantastic finals series that’s anticipated across all our junior and senior grades, we urge all those playing or attending the footy to remember what makes our game great and note that breaches of the TIO NTFL Codes of Conduct will not be tolerated.
“AFLNT will continue to be supportive of the wonderful band of Club volunteers and leaders who are proactively working to stamp out poor behaviour.”
AFLNT will not comment further at this point in time.
