Four former Hawthorn gamers on the centre of the membership’s racism saga had their careers “maximised” due to the assist they obtained, in accordance with Jason Burt.
The ex-Hawks welfare officer has joined Chris Fagan in blasting the investigation into the claims made by the 4 gamers, amongst others.
On Tuesday evening the AFL ended the inquiry into the allegations, discovering Burt, Fagan and Alastair Clarkson had not reached the league’s guidelines.
But the matter is way from settled, with the complainants contemplating their authorized choices.
In his Linkedin publish on Wednesday, Burt once more strongly protested his innocence.
“This is a case of four men (former players) that spent time at Hawthorn who all needed substantial guidance, support and care,” Burt stated.
“This is what they, and so many other players, received from many people over their time at Hawthorn, including from Alastair, Chris and myself.
“All four former players have spent time in my house, with my family as part of the club’s method of helping each to resolve their issues. Their time at Hawthorn was maximised because of the on and off field support offered to each.”
Burt additionally made the declare that one of many former gamers and his associate will not be Indigenous.
So far, all of the complainants have remained nameless because the bombshell claims had been leaked to the media in September final 12 months.
“It’s vital to make clear that ‘Zac’ and ‘Kylie, who continue to make allegations to the media, are not indigenous Australians,” Burt said.
Burt also said the allegations against himself, Fagan and Clarkson were awful and vile.
Burt added he and his family had suffered greatly because of the allegations.
“If the outcome of this ‘imperfect resolution’ appeases the complainants, then I want them properly,” he stated.
“Unfortunately, this outcome has done little to diminish the anguish and hurt experienced by my family throughout this ordeal and most likely well into the future.”
Burt now works at a Melboune faculty, whereas Fagan coaches Brisbane and Clarkson is on indefinite go away from teaching North Melbourne as he offers with the stress of the controversy.
Last Saturday, Burt additionally gave an in depth media interview and once more denied the allegations.
Source: www.perthnow.com.au
