GWS Giants forward Jeremy Cameron has been referred directly to the AFL Tribunal.
GWS Giants forward Jeremy Cameron has been referred directly to the AFL Tribunal for his hit on Harris Andrews during the first quarter of Saturday's match between the Brisbane Lions and Giants. He cannot accept an early plea.
A statement on behalf of Match Review Officer Michael Christian said:
“Based on the available video evidence andmedicalreport from the Brisbane Lions, the incident was classified as intentional conduct, severe impactandhigh contact.”
The Tribunal will sit tomorrow night.
Darcy Gardiner has also been charged, after making careless contact with umpire Troy Pannell during the third quarter.
In summary, he can accept a $1000 sanction with an early plea.
Making careless contact with an umpire is a fixed financial sanction of $1500. The player can accept a $1000 sanction with an early plea.
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan isn't ready to write off the Lions' season just yet and has backed his side to respond after a "well below par" performance against Greater Western Sydney.
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