AFL boss Gillon McLachlan has defended the tribunal process but says the league is “duty bound” to consider rule changes after Collingwood’s Brayden Maynard had his rough conduct charge thrown out. Key points: Gillon McLachlan says the AFL will look at “changes or modifications” to avoid incidents like the Maynard-Brayshaw clash in future McLachlan said …
The AFL has conceded the Brayden Maynard tribunal decision “will not sit well with everyone” while accepting the not guilty verdict. Key points: An AFL statement says it accepts the tribunal’s verdict, though it wasn’t the outcome the league hoped for The statement said Aussie Rules’ “uniqueness as a contact sport” involves risk of head …
The Demons remain hopeful Angus Brayshaw will feature later in their AFL finals campaign but are prioritising the midfielder’s health over his return to football. Key points: Angus Brayshaw was concussed in a collision with Collingwood defender Brayden Maynard Brayshaw has a history of head injuries, and has worn a helmet throughout his AFL career Maynard …
Collingwood’s Brayden Maynard will face the AFL tribunal for his hit on Angus Brayshaw in Thursday’s qualifying final victory. Maynard was placed on report in the first quarter of the Magpies’ win over Melbourne, after he collided with Brayshaw while airborne, trying to block a kick. Maynard’s shoulder collided with Brayshaw’s head. The Demons midfielder — who has had previous …