The Fogarty Conundrum: Duty of Care in the High Pressure World of AFL The Adelaide Crows' decision to take Darcy Fogarty's three match striking ban to the AFL Tribunal has raised questions about the delicate balance between a player's duty of care and the physicality of the game.
As the season enters its final stages, every match becomes a high stakes affair, with Fogarty's availability crucial for the Crows' chances against Collingwood, Essendon, and Richmond.
Fogarty's tackle on Sydney's Harry Cunningham was assessed as careless conduct, severe impact, and high contact.