Geelong coach Chris Scott has been sanctioned by the AFL after his quarter-time exchange with Brisbane star Lachie Neale and other Lions players.
AFL operations boss Steve Hocking confirmed that Scott has accepted a suspended sanction of $10,000 for his involvement in the verbal altercation during the Round 2 match at GMHBA Stadium.
Scott received a please explain from the AFL in what was his third confrontation with an opposition player or umpire.
“Everyone involved in Australian football has a responsibility to demonstrate respect towards each other at all times – and that includes coaches towards players and players towards coaches,” Hocking said in a statement.
“We can never underestimate the impact of the actions of coaches and players at AFL level on all levels of the game.
“I would like to make it clear that if a similar incident occurs, there will be consequences.”
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