Swans make ‘best and fairest’ call on banned players

The Sydney Morning Herald - Sep 25, 2026

The five players returned to the club for the first time this week since they were suspended for their involvement in a wild night of partying at the Pullman East Melbourne hotel.

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Swans make ‘best and fairest’ call on banned players

The five players returned to the club for the first time this week since they were suspended for their involvement in a wild night of partying at the Pullman East Melbourne hotel.