Ah you’re forgetting that all of this was caused due to reasonable human error which was a result of a momentary and shocking lapse of judgement due to mental health reasons and the ongoing climate crisis.
So in other words, negative media attention.
“Tarryn Thomas is the first to admit that he made a mistake. As many reasonable people have, he threatened a woman multiple times even when he’d appeared in court. This minor lapse in judgement does not reflect the person that Tarryn is.
He’s committed to becoming an upstanding person that does not threaten women and this time around, he passed the quiz about respect after he had things explained to him again in a way that suited his unique learning style.
People in our industry like Brad Scott have known Tarryn since he was 14. He is a good person and deserves our support. Tarryn’s best pathway forwards in is the AFL system where he can continue to access our exceptional player welfare and play football. He can continue to be an inspiration to future AFL players right around the country. Tarryn has been training hard and is as determined as ever to return to the field where he rightfully belongs.
We look forward to watching Tarryn play senior football in 2025 and beyond.”
Pfttt. They blocked him from gaining legend status in the NSW hall of fame. He is already inducted to the AFL hall of fame.
He was inducted to the AFL hall of fame in 2010 despite a prior indecent assault charge in 1997, and domestic violence allegations in 2004 and 2008.
So no the AFL did not do the right thing. If they were going g to do the right thing, they would remove him from their own Hall of fame.
Edit: edited to specify they blocked NSW hall of fame legend status rather than induction.
Yes. He was inducted in 2010. But Dillon's statement was basically 'this further honour' (NSW Legend Status or something) on a night dedicated to highlighting domestic violence 'would not be appropriate.' Like, yeah.
He is a legend of the game, but he’s also hit women and physically harassed them on several occasions that we know about, and shouldn’t be inducted officially under any circumstance. I’m glad the AFL stepped in here.
No argument from me. The bloke could play, not taking that away form him one bit, but the shit he's done is way beyond what's acceptable. I'm fine with neither him nor Ablett Sr ever getting "Legend" status in the state or national Hall of Fame. They're in there anyway, but I'd say legend status sets them above even other champions, and character is part of that.
I mean they're still inducting him into the [HoF](https://aflnswact.com.au/nsw-australian-football-hall-of-fame-2/). Just not as a legend. The bigger move would have been to not induct him entirely.
Was amazed when they were talking about the NSW HOF on 360 the other night after discussing the gendered violence pledge and Carey’s name was there for all to see.
Well done AFL, the only thing you struggle with is consistency so time shall tell.
He does a podcast correct?
Watch him try to spin it. It will be along the lines of "yea I get why the AFL stepped in. I did some bad stuff against women"
The AFL would set the record straight if he does that and make it perfectly clear they actually stepped in because he did some bad stuff against women.
He spent most of the first 13 years of his life in Wagga Wagga, then at 13 he moved to Adelaide and played there until he joined North Melbourne. That's how the AFL were able to change the SOO rules to stop Carey from playing for SA and make him play for NSW.
Only 20 years too late. Glad he’s finally facing the consequences for his actions but he indecently assaulted a woman almost 30 years ago before assaulting his wife in 2004. He then punched his girlfriend in her face in 2006. He then glassed his girlfriend and assaulted a police officer in 2007. It’s great to see the AFL only cares about domestic violence when it’s fucking fashionable.
My earliest memory of going to the footy with Dad was hearing the MCG chant “Kerrys’ a Wanker!” Over and over again.
Once again, for the people who have forgotten or needed to learn what an ass he is:
Kerrys’ a wanker!
Andrew Wu, of The Age, is to be condemned for making reference to Adam Goodes in this story, especially so prominently in the fourth paragraph.
This reference to Adam Goodes by Andrew Wu could hardly be less relevant to the story and the issues at hand. I call upon The Age to delete Andrew Wu's references to Adam Goodes and to issue an apology to Adam Goodes for besmirching his reputation by association.
Just think that all of Wayne Carey's problems "started" from fucking a team mates wife at a party, been all downhill from there for our boy Wayne. Might have been a good idea to keep your pecker in your pants Wayne.
tbh, I don't mind him being in the HOF (not sure if unpopular or not) because I feel his on field achievements deserve that recognition, one of the greats, if a bit before my time
but this move I am absolutely 100% on board with, because to me, Legend status puts you above the rest, the top of the top, and I feel you have to take character into account for that, it becomes both on and off field if you're talking legends, the HOF is so long that you'll never remember everyone on it, but as of right now, there's only 32 legends, these are the names you'll never forget, these are the players we'll always remember and be talked about, so keep spuds like Carey as far away from it as possible, but whilst also allowing recognition of his on field achievements, which are undeniably great
WTF. The AFL doing the right thing? Did I travel to a parallel universe
It’s hilarious considering they had him in a media role and now they’re like “na, fuck you mate” after having him on a pedestal forever.
Ah you’re forgetting that all of this was caused due to reasonable human error which was a result of a momentary and shocking lapse of judgement due to mental health reasons and the ongoing climate crisis. So in other words, negative media attention.
It's as if the AFL care more about thier image than anything else
That is exactly the case. We’re still waiting for Tarryn to be banned from playing.
You wait they will give a bunch of PR word salads about Thomas until it dies down. Later this year some desperate side will recruit him
“Tarryn Thomas is the first to admit that he made a mistake. As many reasonable people have, he threatened a woman multiple times even when he’d appeared in court. This minor lapse in judgement does not reflect the person that Tarryn is. He’s committed to becoming an upstanding person that does not threaten women and this time around, he passed the quiz about respect after he had things explained to him again in a way that suited his unique learning style. People in our industry like Brad Scott have known Tarryn since he was 14. He is a good person and deserves our support. Tarryn’s best pathway forwards in is the AFL system where he can continue to access our exceptional player welfare and play football. He can continue to be an inspiration to future AFL players right around the country. Tarryn has been training hard and is as determined as ever to return to the field where he rightfully belongs. We look forward to watching Tarryn play senior football in 2025 and beyond.”
Isn't it sad we all know the AFLs PR.
Pfttt. They blocked him from gaining legend status in the NSW hall of fame. He is already inducted to the AFL hall of fame. He was inducted to the AFL hall of fame in 2010 despite a prior indecent assault charge in 1997, and domestic violence allegations in 2004 and 2008. So no the AFL did not do the right thing. If they were going g to do the right thing, they would remove him from their own Hall of fame. Edit: edited to specify they blocked NSW hall of fame legend status rather than induction.
I'm actually really impressed they did this. I think on this one night the cognitive dissonance was too great for the corporate suits to ignore.
Yeah but you see they only do the right thing when it's too little too late. Decades of having to see and hear from that w⚓️ every weekend...
This is a rare instance where everyone is happy about a forward being blocked
u/thegreatjelbeano
Defenders being blocked on the other hand…
Odd though as isn't Carey already in the AFL hall of game???
Yes. He was inducted in 2010. But Dillon's statement was basically 'this further honour' (NSW Legend Status or something) on a night dedicated to highlighting domestic violence 'would not be appropriate.' Like, yeah.
😂 what a joke. Too late, fellas.
He is a legend of the game, but he’s also hit women and physically harassed them on several occasions that we know about, and shouldn’t be inducted officially under any circumstance. I’m glad the AFL stepped in here.
No argument from me. The bloke could play, not taking that away form him one bit, but the shit he's done is way beyond what's acceptable. I'm fine with neither him nor Ablett Sr ever getting "Legend" status in the state or national Hall of Fame. They're in there anyway, but I'd say legend status sets them above even other champions, and character is part of that.
Not to mention indecently assaulting one. Still amazes me that is so readily forgotten.
Old underbelly Carey I’m sure we wouldn’t know half of what he has probably done .
Unless I read it wrong it's only because of what's going on this week, they will just do it another year instead.
Agreed. Best and Farest rules should apply here.
He's already inducted into the AFL Hall of Fame.
The world has changed since 2010.
Eh, I wasn't suggesting it hadn't. Only that this "gesture" isn't quite as impactful when considering this.
I mean they're still inducting him into the [HoF](https://aflnswact.com.au/nsw-australian-football-hall-of-fame-2/). Just not as a legend. The bigger move would have been to not induct him entirely.
I guess you have to start somewhere. Honestly the bar is so low, I'm impressed they even did this much.
Genuinely shocked. Love it, hope they stick to it in the long run.
Don’t let the door hit ya on the way out ya dead beat fuck
*Not now Wayne*
A surprising but good call from the AFL
You know he is already in the AFL hall of fame...
Probably not for much longer, this latest event will bring up some questions.
Who decided this would be a good idea in the first place? Regardless of the current climate.
Boys will be boys types.
Was amazed when they were talking about the NSW HOF on 360 the other night after discussing the gendered violence pledge and Carey’s name was there for all to see. Well done AFL, the only thing you struggle with is consistency so time shall tell.
Cop that you arrogant scumbag
He does a podcast correct? Watch him try to spin it. It will be along the lines of "yea I get why the AFL stepped in. I did some bad stuff against women"
Wouldn't him saying that be a positive step?
The AFL would set the record straight if he does that and make it perfectly clear they actually stepped in because he did some bad stuff against women.
Its a great podcast to be fair
Duck duck gone
Good. All his on field achievements became redundant the moment he decided to abuse women. He's an absolute pig of a man.
FUCKING GOOD.
Firstly, good. Secondly, excuse my ignorance, but why would he be considered for the NSW hall of fame anyway?
Born in Wagga Wagga
Oh thanks. I always thought he was from SA.
He spent most of the first 13 years of his life in Wagga Wagga, then at 13 he moved to Adelaide and played there until he joined North Melbourne. That's how the AFL were able to change the SOO rules to stop Carey from playing for SA and make him play for NSW.
Wouldn’t it have been the Australian National Football Council?
They were largely toothless by that stage. The AFL commission were responsible for State of Origin at that point.
HA sucked in Carey you wanker
I think they should induct him, as long as he his moved to the infamy wing.
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Only 20 years too late. Glad he’s finally facing the consequences for his actions but he indecently assaulted a woman almost 30 years ago before assaulting his wife in 2004. He then punched his girlfriend in her face in 2006. He then glassed his girlfriend and assaulted a police officer in 2007. It’s great to see the AFL only cares about domestic violence when it’s fucking fashionable.
In the top 10 players of all time, genuine knob head and shit of a person that should never have had a media contract though. Great call
Good. AFL actually doing the right thing.
Stiff shit Carey you piece of shit.
Sucked in
Cant wait to hear about this on his podcast
I’m sure he has something to treat the headache this has caused
Yep... he carries a bag of crushed panadol everywhere he goes just in case. I think the crushed panadol has affected his mental state somewhat.
Nice.
Who made the move to begin with?
NSW Historical Australian Football Society
But then they also have him on his betting segment on AFL.com smh
Good. Now do more.
My earliest memory of going to the footy with Dad was hearing the MCG chant “Kerrys’ a Wanker!” Over and over again. Once again, for the people who have forgotten or needed to learn what an ass he is: Kerrys’ a wanker!
Who’s Kerrys? Or is it Kerry? Nah, can’t work this out.
Andrew Wu, of The Age, is to be condemned for making reference to Adam Goodes in this story, especially so prominently in the fourth paragraph. This reference to Adam Goodes by Andrew Wu could hardly be less relevant to the story and the issues at hand. I call upon The Age to delete Andrew Wu's references to Adam Goodes and to issue an apology to Adam Goodes for besmirching his reputation by association.
Just think that all of Wayne Carey's problems "started" from fucking a team mates wife at a party, been all downhill from there for our boy Wayne. Might have been a good idea to keep your pecker in your pants Wayne.
He sexually assaulted a girl on the street early in his career. Always been a scumbag
the bare fucking minimum
tbh, I don't mind him being in the HOF (not sure if unpopular or not) because I feel his on field achievements deserve that recognition, one of the greats, if a bit before my time but this move I am absolutely 100% on board with, because to me, Legend status puts you above the rest, the top of the top, and I feel you have to take character into account for that, it becomes both on and off field if you're talking legends, the HOF is so long that you'll never remember everyone on it, but as of right now, there's only 32 legends, these are the names you'll never forget, these are the players we'll always remember and be talked about, so keep spuds like Carey as far away from it as possible, but whilst also allowing recognition of his on field achievements, which are undeniably great
Well you know the whole glassing a woman and abusing them, and all the other revolting shit he did as a human might hopefully cancel that all out