Sportsday The latest on father/son & VFL broadcasts (11.03.26)
Mar 11, 2026
Debates on rehab versus punishment for players using illicit drugs. Discussion of a controversial Judd v Dacos result and rapid listener reaction. Heated talk about reforming father–son and academy bidding and a proposed draft tax. Update on a three-network VFL broadcast deal and a Tasmanian stadium delay. Quick team news, injuries and contract updates.
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AFL Moves Toward Supportive But Accountable Drugs Policy
- AFL is negotiating a contemporary illicit-drugs policy balancing hair testing, education, support programs and accountability.
- Michael and callers urged school-style education plus suspension-style consequences rather than light penalties, highlighting public role-model expectations.
Use School Discipline Model For Player Drug Offences
- Treat player drug breaches like school discipline: combine education with a meaningful consequence such as suspension.
- Michael argued this approach reinforces responsibility and models behaviour for students who look up to players.
Players Association Holds Power But AFL Must Push Back
- Ken Hinkley says the Players Association holds significant power and must be respected, but AFL leadership shouldn't be trampled by fear of player reaction.
- He acknowledges the PA's positives while warning against excessive concession.