AFL concussion waiver row deepens as player identified

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1. Geelong’s Jake Kolodjashnij outs himself as player who signed AFL concussion waiver

   Geelong's Jake Kolodjashnij has gone public to identify himself as the AFL player who signed a concussion waiver, ending two days of speculation and defending his club's process.

   theguardian.com

2. AFL’s tepid response to Geelong’s secret waiver neglects the true cost of concussion

   The AFL's response to Geelong's secret waiver with a player raised uncomfortable questions about the cost of player safety in the game.

   theguardian.com

3. Ex-AFLPA boss calls for independent tribunal over Cats concussion waiver

   Former AFLPA chief Joel Bowden has called for a Senate committee hearing and an independent tribunal to examine the secret waiver, saying it amounts to 'gambling with a young person's health and safety'.

   abc.net.au

4. Travis Head pips star duo to win second-straight Allan Border Medal

   Travis Head has won a second straight Allan Border Medal after his big year featuring three Ashes centuries, with fellow Ashes heroes Alex Carey and Mitchell Starc close behind.

   abc.net.au

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