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Pandora CharmsFour-match ban for Western Bulldogs Justin Sherman for racial abuse A conciliation meeting was held between the Bulldog and the young Sun, where Sherman apologised for the comments. As part of the resolution, he agreed to play the next four weeks in the VFL, donate $5000 to a charity organisation and play a significant role in a number of our key multicultural and community programs.

Cheap Pandora Jewelry He will also volunteer for the Red Dust Role Models program an initiative that provides mentoring and support in remote indigenous communities. The AFL has declared the matter "settled". Sherman was shamefacedly presented to a large media contingent to read a statement late this afternoon. "I'm extremely ashamed and embarrassed at my action at the weekend,'' he said to a large media gathering and a collection of Bulldogs officials, including coach Rodney Eade and chief executive Simon Garlick. Start of sidebar. Pandora Charms Bracelets

Skip to end of sidebar. Racism ban Is Justin Sherman's four-week ban for racial abuse... Too much? Too little? Just right? Vote now Related Coverage * Sheahan analysis: Ban firm but fair * Video: Bulldogs on Sherman's actions * Listen: AFL's Adrian Anderson on the ban (courtesy SEN) * Fan abuse: Racial taunts mar local footy match End of sidebar. Return to start of sidebar. "I recognise that what I said was offensive, degrading and and vet hurtful and for that I sincerely apologise. "I would like to publicly apologise first and foremost to the player involved and also like to apologise to all those associated with the Gold Coast Suns, the Western Bulldogs, the wider football community and the general public. Pandora Bracelet Charms

"I realise that there is no excuse for my behaviour and the fact is, i should have known better - especially given my close friendship with (indigenous teammates) Nathan Djerrkura, Liam Jones and Josh Hill. "I am devastated and want everyone to know that this is completely out of character and will never happen again." Garlick said Sherman's actions were not acceptable. “Saturday’s incident goes against the Western Bulldogs’ core values and stands in absolute contrast to everything the club stands for,” the Bulldogs CEO said. Pandora Jewelry

“The Western Bulldogs not only embrace and celebrate diversity, we are proud and active champions for tolerance and social inclusion in our community. “We will use this incident as a catalyst to ensure we continue to play a leading role in promoting and facilitating programs that teach acceptance and respect.” Sherman, a former Lion, has also agreed to attend an education program and donate $5000 to a charity of the Suns' choice. AFL football operations manager Adrian Anderson said all parties were comfortable with Sherman continuing to play in the VFL. Pandora Charms

Asked how bad the abuse was, he replied: "It was bad enough. And it should never happen." Mr Anderson said while there was nothing to stop the aggrieved player going public, authorities had been informed he did not want to speak publicly about the incident. He said the AFL had "made every effort" to resolve the issue "as quickly and effectively as we can". "Each case involves a conciliator and they work out what they believe is appropriate in the circumstances of the case, and in this case they clearly thought (a four-week ban) was appropriate," he said. "It was agreed between the parties involved. Pandora Charms On Sale

" Mr Anderson said it had been the first on-field racism incident since 1999, describing the abuse as an "aberration". He said such behaviour would not be tolerated and that he hoped to never see it again. "The AFL will not accept any form of vilification in our game and will continue to act strongly and immediately in this area," Mr Anderson said. "I want to acknowledge the way in which the Gold Coast Suns and the Western Bulldogs have addressed this issue with the utmost importance, and also to acknowledge Justin Sherman for taking responsibility for his actions. "To Justin Sherman's credit, he acknowledged what he'd done, he's put his hand up." Pandora Beads

Par liandongmei3 le mercredi 29 juin 2011

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