The Collingwood Football Club has shockingly terminated the contracts of three prominent players before of the 2018 AFL season, citing major infractions of team policy. The news was issued this morning by the club, which attributed it to the necessity of upholding team discipline and its core values.
Although the specifics of the infractions have not been made public, those with direct knowledge of the matter indicate that the players were involved in off-field situations that went against the club’s code of conduct. These offenses apparently involved behavioral difficulties that were deemed irreconcilable with the team’s culture and values.
Craig McRae, the head coach of Collingwood, issued a succinct statement expressing his disappointment, saying, “This is a difficult decision, but one that had to be made in the best interest of the club.” We hold all of our players to a high standard, both on and off the field, and these actions fell short of what we expect from our team.”
Collingwood’s pre-season preparations have taken a major hit with the departure of these three players, who were all anticipated to be key contributors to the team’s campaign. As the team prepares for the upcoming season, it will now need to make roster adjustments and recruit replacements.
Shock has been expressed by AFL experts and fans alike, with many voicing worries over how this may affect Collingwood’s prospects in the fiercely competitive league. As it discusses the issue and its future course, the club is anticipated to offer more information in the days ahead.
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