US EditionScott Slams AFL over Star’s Umpire Collision; Blues Prepare for Life without TDK
AUSTRALIA, JUL 5 – Brad Scott criticized AFL umpire positioning after Nate Caddy collided with an official, calling for umpires to move out of the corridor to prevent injuries and improve safety.
- Essendon forward Nate Caddy collided heavily with an umpire during a Saturday afternoon match against Gold Coast, requiring 15 minutes to recover.
- The collision occurred amid ongoing concerns as Essendon coach Brad Scott repeatedly requested the AFL move umpires out of the congested corridor, which was ignored.
- Scott strongly defended Caddy, stating he does not expect any sanction and criticized umpires for positioning, noting four umpires were introduced to improve visibility.
- Caddy scored three goals during Essendon’s 41-point defeat to Gold Coast but was briefly winded after colliding with an umpire; Scott said he did not believe Caddy would face any consequences from the incident.
- Meanwhile, Carlton Blues face uncertainty as Kane Cornes suggests putting Patrick De Koning on ice due to form decline linked to his contract decision, while the club insists coach Michael Voss will remain this season.
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The AgeScott slams AFL over star’s umpire collision; Blues prepare for life without TDK
Brad Scott, the former football boss at AFL House, teed off after Nate Caddy made contact with an umpire. Meanwhile, Carlton are assessing potential replacements, should Tom De Koning leave.
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