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Women's Captain Departs AFL Club After Men's Offensive Silly Saturday Costumes

Genna Krienke left after offensive men’s costumes referencing sexual assault and blackface prompted delayed club action and policy reviews, with governing bodies now involved.

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Genna Krienke says she was outraged after seeing photos of the senior men's leadership team dressed up for post-season celebrations.

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Women's captain departs AFL club after men's offensive Silly Saturday costumes

Genna Krienke says she was outraged after seeing photos of the senior men's leadership team dressed up for post-season celebrations.

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Women's football captain departs club after men's offensive 'Silly Saturday' costumes

A women's senior football captain has stepped away from her local club after photos of the senior men's leadership team were posted online during their "Silly Saturday" post-season celebrations.

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ABC Australia broke the news in Australia on Monday, January 19, 2026.
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