Geelong is preparing its response to the AFL regarding a secret concussion agreement with Jake Kolodjashnij. Club leaders face scrutiny, while captain Patrick Dangerfield admitted mistakes were made but defended CEO Steve Hocking.
AFL Commission chairman Craig Drummond has apologised for his part in a controversial Geelong contract that made defender Jake Kolodjashnij legally responsible for future brain trauma, admitting the club went too far and failed to lodge the document.
Geelong received an AFL 'please explain' notice after striking a secret agreement with defender Jake Kolodjashnij, where he took legal responsibility for future brain trauma to shield the club from court action.
AFL Commission chair Craig Drummond apologised for mistakes regarding Geelong's secret concussion deal with player Jake Kolodjashnij. Drummond confirmed he will recuse himself from the AFL assessment.
Geelong defender Jake Kolodjashnij has defended his club and the independent concussion panel process, breaking his silence after signing a waiver to continue playing. The statement follows CEO Steve Hocking taking responsibility for failing to notify the AFL.
