News AFL Drugs Claims Bombshell

[footy4ever]

I guess cops only test for drugs while driving.

Last time I was alcohol/drug tested at the breath testing ambush, I said to the 14 yr old Constable (well he looked 14) "good luck sorting out the drugs you're looking for from all the other drugs I'm taking."

He didn't know whether to laugh or arrest me.

 

[Punchy Bassett]

I mean this is the organisation that defended Essendon right until the end, why are we surprised?

 

[woofsson]

On private property?

hmmmmm, a mate once got busted in a pub car park

 

[woofsson]

"........... and the removal of Mr Bartlett as president of Melbourne after he suggested to Mr Goyder and Mr McLachlan that AFL officials be regularly drug tested."

This should be news!

 

[Slippery Pete]

If you are over .05 in a car with keys in the ignition you are considered to be in control of the vehicle ( which is funny because if they saw me drive they’d realize I am rarely in control). Private property whatever. Keys in the house ignition seals the deal

What car still has a key ignition?

 

[Dangerousfield]

Anyhow, not even surprised in the slightest. Hardly a bombshell for me the AFL clearly has no integrity.
Hiding stuff has been a hallmark of powerful institutions for like ever.

Looks like it was all sanctioned as ok practice by the AFL, nothing to see here. Dillon walks off into the sunset unscathed. The world continues to turn, there's games this weekend to worry about now.

Any late withdrawls this week with err, err, hamstring awareness

 

[dogs105]

Police officer told me very different in NT. Basically if there’s public access, ie your front driveway, then no good. But if you’re secured in your backyard then they have no power.

But police aren’t always the most law understanding persons. Another reminder to research myself.

NT seems to have different wording to the states:

Northern Territory
The Northern Territory Traffic Act 1987 allows police to conduct breath tests on private property.

Police may request a breath test if drunk driving is suspected. Accidents on private property are not covered, but you can claim if you are involved in an accident.

 

[Dangerousfield]

I mean this is the organisation that defended Essendon right until the end, why are we surprised?

and tipped them off so the dosing spreadsheets could be deleted and laptops hidden.

Dodoro kept his copy, has had Bombers over a barrel for a decade since, he's still not left the building!

 

[FR0GGY]

hmmmmm, a mate once got busted in a pub car park

Does he play for the Demons?

 

[Smoooothy]

coincidence that clarry has left training with a "hand complaint" today?

 

[1970crow]

How does banning players who break their three strikes policy help their "health"?

I wasn’t involved in the design of the policy, so not sure. Obviously they considered some level of stick was required, even though they allowed the self-report workaround.

 

[DJ75]

Tom Harley said the same.

I'm much more likely to believe Harley than Goodwin.

I'm not sure if I should be surprised the clubs don't know about this.
The whole thing is a joke.

 

[DJ75]

coincidence that clarry has left training with a "hand complaint" today?

Can't pre-test this week knowing that someone will be there watching?

 

[spenze]

What car still has a key ignition?

Mine does, I'll replace the bloody thing when it dies

 

[spenze]

Might not have any choice if it's petrol or diesel driven the way this mob are moving...

I am waiting until the last minute and then buying a V8 just to spite them

 

[El Doederino]

And where did I mention that you were ok if you’d been driving on the road? Can you quote that bit please? I’m talking only about firing up your car in your secured back yard whilst under the influence. Nowhere else.

And where did you mention that you weren’t ok if you’d been driving on the road? You said conclusively that if you’re on your own private property they can’t breath test you. You didn’t qualify it like you should have.

 

[Slippery Pete]

I am waiting until the last minute and then buying a V8 just to spite them

One that runs on bugs?

 

[spenze]

Haha they might even ban the importation of petrol if Cwissy Bowen is still in the job...

Pfffft, politicians only drive electric when a camera is on them

 

[Peter Doherty]

I'm just feeling completely shocked, dismayed and appalled by this sordid affair.

(Ignore my username)

 

[George Kramer]

I'm much more likely to believe Harley than Goodwin.

I'm not sure if I should be surprised the clubs don't know about this.
The whole thing is a joke.

Apparently only club doctors knew. So coaches were being lied to when their players were bullshitting and clubs recruiting players had no idea.

Typical AFL bullshit. The players have too much power. **** privacy, should be written in your contract if you test positive the club finds out.

 

[Interloperer]

Apparently only club doctors knew. So coaches were being lied to when their players were bullshitting and clubs recruiting players had no idea.

Typical AFL bullshit. The players have too much power. * privacy, should be written in your contract if you test positive the club finds out.

The players deserve privacy as much as anyone.

I simply draw the line at the AFL aiding and abetting them avoiding anti-doping tests

 

[whitey_1975]

I am waiting until the last minute and then buying a V8 just to spite them

I read volvo did some testing where by you could drive said V8 for 7-8 years before you match the pollutant levels of an electric car that's still on the showroom floor.............

 

[El Doederino]

Apparently only club doctors knew. So coaches were being lied to when their players were bullshitting and clubs recruiting players had no idea.

Typical AFL bullshit. The players have too much power. * privacy, should be written in your contract if you test positive the club finds out.

How does this work though? Do the doctors go along with the lie about a player being out with an injury? Surely that’s a breach of trust between the doctor and club for the doctor to support the lie.

 

[Kane McGoodwin]

I read volvo did some testing where by you could drive said V8 for 7-8 years before you match the pollutant levels of an electric car that's still on the showroom floor.............

I doubt this a reputable article...

 

[Kane McGoodwin]

How does this work though? Do the doctors go along with the lie about a player being out with an injury? Surely that’s a breach of trust between the doctor and club for the doctor to support the lie.

Basically the AFL are comfortable with everyone lying if it protects their brand.

They couldn't give a shit about ethics.