AFL legends named in class action as Sheedy vows to fight ’totally inaccurate’ claims

Kevin Sheedy and Terry Daniher are among the footy figures named in a bombshell class action against the AFL., a Supreme Court statement of claim has been lodged on behalf of former AFL and VFL players who experienced racial vilification, harassment or humiliation on the basis of race between 1975 and 2022.

Among the other figures mentioned in the statement are Essendon and Brisbane great Roger Merrett, Carlton premiership winner Wayne Johnston and two-time Bombers premiership winner Bill Duckworth.: “I have always had the utmost respect for all First Nations players who have played our great game,” the four-time Essendon premiership coach said.

“While we work through the class action, we will continue our ongoing work against racism and discrimination with our clubs, our players, our staff and our supporters to promote football environments at all levels around the country that are safe and respectful for all. “No individual should be subject to racism, discrimination or any form of vilification, on or off the field. We must continue to learn and reflect on the past to ensure our game is free of any form of racism or discrimination.

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