The Sydney Swans have confirmed AFL-listed participant Riak Andrew has been cited after utilizing a homophobic slur in a VFL match in opposition to North Melbourne.
Sydney confirmed the incident occurred on Saturday with a membership assertion saying Andrew “understands the language he used is unacceptable”.
“He’s remorseful and takes full accountability,” the assertion continued.
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Andrew was recruited to the Swans on night time two of the 2024 draft after taking part in for Dandenong Stingrays. He’s the brother of Suns star Mac Andrew.
Riak Andrew throughout a 2025 AFL neighborhood collection match between Gold Coast Suns and Sydney Swans. by way of Getty Photos
Sydney Swans chief government Tom Harley described the behaviour as disappointing.
“This behaviour doesn’t replicate the values of our membership, and we take this matter very significantly,” Harley stated.
“Whereas it’s disappointing, we recognise that Riak is at first of his profession and we’ll use this as a possibility to offer assist and schooling, to make sure Riak understands the affect of his phrases.
“In a fortnight we shall be taking part in within the Satisfaction Recreation, a match that’s extremely essential to our membership. We’re dedicated to making a protected, respectful, and inclusive atmosphere.”
The AFL integrity unit is investigating the matter.
Simply greater than per week in the past, the AFL banned West Coast’s Jack Graham for four matches after he used a homophobic slur against GWS.
