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[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks.

2009-06-25T21:13:00.001+10:00

Pickman has left a new comment on your post "Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks":

Heath Culpitt - shit ordinary football and if these allegations are true a shit ordinary bloke as well.

Sounds like a barrel roll and Kannanook Bath is is order!

Posted by Pickman to The AFL Player Spectator at 9:13 PM, June 25, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks.

2009-06-24T07:44:00.001+10:00

Anonymous has left a new comment on your post "Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks":

You go girl, give it your all, you deserve to live a normal life.. up yours Carlton, your not so "MIGHTY" after all.

Posted by Anonymous to The AFL Player Spectator at 7:44 AM, June 24, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks.

2009-06-21T23:44:00.000+10:00

Anonymous has left a new comment on your post "Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks":

Well as the victim here, i just want to let you know that john elliot and myself had a meeting and i was not offered any money at all, he is full of shit, the one case he was so worried about was myself's case,funny isn't it i get made out to be the bad person and all along the afl and john elliot (idiot) knew the truth, this wont be the end of this as i once stopped fighting but now i will get the justice i deserve, and i wont go down without a fight, and if heath culpit was any kind of person he would own up to what he done to me and so would everyone else involved, this has destroyed my life and im sick of having to re live it over and over again, but i will because i know the truth, it was never about money to me so lets get that straight right now, i wanted him to be put behind bars like any normal person who done the same thing would, but HUSH money well this didnt go ahead because i belive the police were given HUSH money to botch my rape case.
All you heartless people on this telling me bull shit and making me feel like shit should stay out of it and have a heart remember, i live with this everyday not u.

Posted by Anonymous to The AFL Player Spectator at 11:44 PM, June 21, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks.

2009-06-21T17:33:00.001+10:00

Greg has left a new comment on your post "Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks":

Yes, John Elliott has confirmed what was an open secret: AFL clubs have been paying off rape victims, often with amounts as low as $5,000. And, even more disturbingly, even when they had significant doubts about the player's conduct.

Thank God the AFL never got its proposed "rape tribunal" off the ground.

If you've been assaulted by an AFL footballer, go to the police. Please, do not try to sort it out with compo - these players need to know that they will be investigated and charged. Cases of gross incompetence or corruption like the above are the exception, not the norm.

Posted by Greg to The AFL Player Spectator at 5:33 PM, June 21, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on A Guide To AFL Drug-Taking.

2009-06-21T17:25:00.001+10:00

Greg has left a new comment on your post "A Guide To AFL Drug-Taking":

Despite the best efforts of the AFL players' union and the AFL's watered-down testing policies, it seems ten players managed to return a positive result.

Of the ten, two were picked up twice, bringing the total double-counters up to seven.

It was the usual stuff - stimulants, cannabis and "mixed".

Those players must be feeling very, very unlucky that they strike out. They must take some consolation in the knowledge that it won't inconvenience them in any way.

Posted by Greg to The AFL Player Spectator at 5:25 PM, June 21, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks.

2009-06-21T12:45:00.001+10:00

Anonymous has left a new comment on your post "Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks":

shame on the AFL and now shame on john elliott and carlton.both are jokes.
2007 white ribbon day video featuring jason johnson of essendon,( google it ) this poor girl has had everything thrown at her. now elliot says 4-5 girls accepted money to go away ( hereald sun sunday 21st june )
typical boys club mentality. hope she tells all to 60 minutes.

Posted by Anonymous to The AFL Player Spectator at 12:45 PM, June 21, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Profile: Wayne Carey.

2009-06-11T15:15:00.001+10:00

Greg has left a new comment on your post "Profile: Wayne Carey":

Oh, okay, I didn't realise you were actually looking for a debate - I took it as an emotional exercise in lashing out.

Let me address each of your points:

1) Why am I bagging "one of the greatest athletes"?

When I wrote the original article, Carey was a violent, bad man who received very little criticism despite his bad attitude and criminality. So I wanted to even the ledger a little, pointing out his shortcomings.

I was hoping that he might tone it down a bit and a few less kids would try to emulate him if more people called him on his behaviour.

Since I wrote it, his bad actions have caught up with and the general public now appreciates that. He's been charged, convicted, sacked, shamed etc. On various continents. Good.

2) Maybe he'll redeem himself. I doubt it. I don't think he should avoid scrutiny and criticism on the grounds that he might possibly at some point in the future maybe redeem himself.

I say - criticise now and if he comes good, I'll congratulate him then. (I'm not holding my breath in the mean time.)

3) You wrote: "He has made so many people happy over the years and converted the immigrant population to watch the game."

Do you believe that people who provide sufficient entertainment to others are allowed to behave atrociously and avoid criticism?

Really?

How many people do you have to make happy to be allowed to, say, bash someone up? Commit murder? Or rape?

Would you say anyone who makes, say, a million people happy can break into your house and steal from you?

Of course not. Your suggestion is silly and childish.

4) Voting thing. I've already said I agree that I would lose the vote and hope it never eventuates.

Posted by Greg to The AFL Player Spectator at 3:15 PM, June 11, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Profile: Wayne Carey.

2009-06-11T14:56:00.001+10:00

Anonymous has left a new comment on your post "Profile: Wayne Carey":

Lol mate is that your rebuttal that if you such a vote never occurs and that he is a 'has been' when hes only 38? Lol mate its sadder that you didn't even defend yourself but i guess maybe you realised that your blogs are stupid eh? congratulations

Posted by Anonymous to The AFL Player Spectator at 2:56 PM, June 11, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Profile: Wayne Carey.

2009-06-11T13:50:00.001+10:00

Greg has left a new comment on your post "Profile: Wayne Carey":

Here's something we agree on:

If there was a vote to decide who would live between you or Carey the latter would win by a landslide

Here's hoping that such a proposition is never put the popular vote.

It seems you are upset by my criticism of this particular violent, drug-addled, woman-hating felon.

Kind of sad that you're so emotionally invested in a washed-up has-been. Maybe it's time to take those posters down from your bedroom wall?

Posted by Greg to The AFL Player Spectator at 1:50 PM, June 11, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Profile: Wayne Carey.

2009-06-10T16:13:00.001+10:00

Anonymous has left a new comment on your post "Profile: Wayne Carey":

Lol wtf is this why are you bagging one of the greatest to athletes to play in Australia. Hes 38 has still has time to redeem himself. He has made so many people happy over the years and converted the immigrant population to watch the game. If there was a vote to decide who would live between you or Carey the latter would win by a landslide because he has so much more to offer society through his football nous than you with your stupid useless blogs.

Posted by Anonymous to The AFL Player Spectator at 4:13 PM, June 10, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Sam Newman versus The Sisterhood.

2009-05-26T12:56:00.001+10:00

paul madigan has left a new comment on your post "Sam Newman versus The Sisterhood":

Deveny I meant of course

Posted by paul madigan to The AFL Player Spectator at 12:56 PM, May 26, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Sam Newman versus The Sisterhood.

2009-05-26T12:52:00.001+10:00

paul madigan has left a new comment on your post "Sam Newman versus The Sisterhood":

if The Age may publish Catherine Deneny describing Gary Lyon as "a pig in a suit" and bracket Sam Newman with Josef Fritzel may I describe her as a cunt in a straight jacket and bracket her with the anti art Soviet aparatckiks? probably not as freedom of speech is enjoyed only by those in power

Posted by paul madigan to The AFL Player Spectator at 12:52 PM, May 26, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks.

2009-05-20T23:57:00.001+10:00

Greg has left a new comment on your post "Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks":

Sure, Julia, from all accounts Tracey Grimshaw did a great job and didn't pull any punches.

I guess any prospective subjects for 60 Minutes would have to weight that against knowing that Channel Nine sat on the Matty Johns story for years and it was only when Four Corners looked into it that your employer responded.

It's worth noting that, according to Crikey, this same network ran with an "irrelevant 'scoop' from Danny Weidler that the father of the woman allegedly assaulted by Manly's Brett Stewart had been convicted of fraud."I mean, really: is this the kind of thing that encourages people to come forwards with their story? Poking around the credit history of the victim's family? I know I'd have a long hard think and would be inclined to look to our excellent public broadcasters.

Posted by Greg to The AFL Player Spectator at 11:57 PM, May 20, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks.

2009-05-19T16:56:00.000+10:00

Julia Timms has left a new comment on your post "Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks":

Hi Greg

I think most media and Australians would be in agreement that Tracey Grimshaw did a fantastic piece of journalism on A Current Affair last week. Her editorial, coupled with her interview with Matthew Johns did not hold back. It was a great interview. And one that shows the network does not shirk from asking the tough questions. But also think broadening the coverage to include the AFL would be a good thing.
I also take your point about Cuplitt's innocence but would still very much like to talk to the girl. I will let you know if she contacts me.
Kind regards

Julia

Posted by Julia Timms to The AFL Player Spectator at 4:56 PM, May 19, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on AFL Backs Down on Cousins.

2009-05-17T21:35:00.001+10:00

Jacob has left a new comment on your post "AFL Backs Down on Cousins":

Heyy,
Ben cousins is and has been my favourite player for ever so i have been backing him alll the time, i m glad that he is back and playing for richmond,

my site is http://aussierulesnews.blogspot.com/

Posted by Jacob to The AFL Player Spectator at 9:35 PM, May 17, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Didak Misbehaviour a Shaw Thing.

2009-05-17T21:32:00.001+10:00

Jacob has left a new comment on your post "Didak Misbehaviour a Shaw Thing":

Heyy,
you got alot of info there, its great, i didnt know about all that, but this has told me, Thanks.

My site is http://aussierulesnews.blogspot.com/

Posted by Jacob to The AFL Player Spectator at 9:32 PM, May 17, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks.

2009-05-16T10:36:00.001+10:00

Greg has left a new comment on your post "Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks":

Hi Julia,

I don't have the contact details for the woman allegedly[*] raped by Heath Culpitt.

She's commented here a few times, so maybe she'll read your request.

I would sound a note of caution to anyone about going to Channel Nine on this issue. This story has been in the public domain for over four years. Why the sudden interest? Obviously, it's about the Matthew Johns group-sex imbroglio and the 4 Corners' story about the NRL's problems with misogyny.

Channel Nine has dropped Matty Johns from The Footy Show (rugby version). Channel Nine also dropped Sam Newman from the AFL one - for a few weeks. Will Matty be similarly resurrected too?

It's also come to light that Nine sports reporter Danny Weidler knew about the Johns affair "for years" - but didn't see fit to report on it. Why? It's certainly newsworthy. Because it damages one of Nine's stars?

Lastly, let's not forget that Channel Nine dredged up Tanya Boyd to drag the victim's name through the mud, presumably in an attempt to protect their investment in Johns.

Right now, NRL is under a lot of scrutiny around these issues. NRL is partnered with Nine. Bringing the AFL into it (broadcast on Seven and Ten) would help broaden the focus away from Nine's investments.

If there are any stories to be told about AFL footballer misbehaviour - and there certainly are - I would not trust Nine to do a good job on it right now.

-Greg.

[*] I think we need to be mindful that the claims against Culpitt will never be tested in court so he's entitled to the presumption of innocence. Frustratingly, the police actions in this case mean that Culpitt won't get to clear his name and the victim won't see justice.

Posted by Greg to The AFL Player Spectator at 10:36 AM, May 16, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks.

2009-05-14T17:00:00.001+10:00

Julia has left a new comment on your post "Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks":

HI Greg

I am a producer with 60 Minutes and am looking into the whole issues of the NRL and AFL's treatment of women.
I have been reading your site with interest - there's a lot of great info here with some pretty scary reading.
I was hoping to try and get in touch with the woman who was raped by Heath - it's a horrendous story.
If you can help of if the lady herself reads this please contact my at jtimms@nine.com.au

If you, or anyone else, have any other suggestions about other cases worth looking into I would very much like to hear more.

Kind regards

Julia Timms
Producer
60 Minutes

Posted by Julia to The AFL Player Spectator at 5:00 PM, May 14, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks.

2009-05-13T23:29:00.001+10:00

Anonymous has left a new comment on your post "Botched Rape Investigation - AFL Player Walks":

well i was the women that was raped so i can comment

Posted by Anonymous to The AFL Player Spectator at 11:29 PM, May 13, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Footy Chicks - The Movie.

2009-05-11T19:51:00.001+10:00

David has left a new comment on your post "Footy Chicks - The Movie":

The codes are not the problem - i take my little boy to Auskick every week as do many other Dads - every one is respectful and has fun. The change starts when our kids reach School and are told there are no consequences - for anything, and that they as little kids have all these rights - pretty much derailing any parenting that we may attempt when criminal behavior is apparent - you just have top look at most gen Y, they have no responsibilities, because there are no consequences. I feel that team sports might save more boys from running amok than promote misbehavior.

Posted by David to The AFL Player Spectator at 7:51 PM, May 11, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Piss Weak: Footballers and Urine.

2009-05-05T11:50:00.001+10:00

Greg has left a new comment on your post "Piss Weak: Footballers and Urine":

A "jape" is a practical joke, or stunt. It's similar to "lark".

So a "japester" is one who practises japes.

The term, as used here, is evocative of early-20th Century English public school kids and Enid Blyton adventurers.

The intent was to create a mildly comedic effect by applying this "posh" term for "prank" to the lazy, low-brow antics of that dickhead Fevola.

Did it work? Probably depends on the reader.

Posted by Greg to The AFL Player Spectator at 11:50 AM, May 05, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Piss Weak: Footballers and Urine.

2009-05-05T11:36:00.001+10:00

Napster has left a new comment on your post "Piss Weak: Footballers and Urine":

It better not have any relationship to Napster!

Posted by Napster to The AFL Player Spectator at 11:36 AM, May 05, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Piss Weak: Footballers and Urine.

2009-05-05T11:33:00.001+10:00

I am not a Japester - I am a human being has left a new comment on your post "Piss Weak: Footballers and Urine":

What's a japester?

Posted by I am not a Japester - I am a human being to The AFL Player Spectator at 11:33 AM, May 05, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Piss Weak: Footballers and Urine.

2009-05-04T11:58:00.001+10:00

Football Comments has left a new comment on your post "Piss Weak: Footballers and Urine":

No Comment!

Posted by Football Comments to The AFL Player Spectator at 11:58 AM, May 04, 2009

[The AFL Player Spectator] New comment on Piss Weak: Footballers and Urine.

2009-05-04T11:54:00.001+10:00

AFL House has left a new comment on your post "Piss Weak: Footballers and Urine":

Yeah Yeah at it again are we?

Posted by AFL House to The AFL Player Spectator at 11:54 AM, May 04, 2009