Addin Fonua-Blake stood down by Dragons

[TruSaint]

St George Illawarra Dragon's NYC player charged with assault

Police arrested and charged Addin Fonua-Blake on Sunday night after he allegedly assaulted his girlfriend.
A junior St George Illawarra Dragon's player has been suspended from his activities with the club, after being charged with allegedly assaulting his girlfriend.

National Youth Competition prop Addin Fonua-Blake was charged by police from Botany Bay Local Area Command on Sunday night.

It's alleged the 20-year-old's girlfriend called police after he kicked-out at her, striking her in the face.

Police say the pair had entered into a verbal disagreement at an Eastlakes home before the alleged assault took place.

In a statement, the St George Illawarra Dragons said the NRL's Integrity Unit had been informed and Mr Fonua-Blake had been stood down by the club for breeching their Code of Conduct.

He'll undergo counselling before he's due to appear in Waverly Local Court at the end of the month.

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-20/dragons-charge/6026976

He'll have his day in court, but if guilty, sack him.

 

[The Nick]

It's the price you pay when you stomp on someone's head.

Thanks for the legal advice, Lionel Hutz.

 

[tumbidragon]

St George Illawarra Dragon's NYC player charged with assault

Police arrested and charged Addin Fonua-Blake on Sunday night after he allegedly assaulted his girlfriend.
A junior St George Illawarra Dragon's player has been suspended from his activities with the club, after being charged with allegedly assaulting his girlfriend.

National Youth Competition prop Addin Fonua-Blake was charged by police from Botany Bay Local Area Command on Sunday night.

It's alleged the 20-year-old's girlfriend called police after he kicked-out at her, striking her in the face.

Police say the pair had entered into a verbal disagreement at an Eastlakes home before the alleged assault took place.

In a statement, the St George Illawarra Dragons said the NRL's Integrity Unit had been informed and Mr Fonua-Blake had been stood down by the club for breeching their Code of Conduct.

He'll undergo counselling before he's due to appear in Waverly Local Court at the end of the month.

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-20/dragons-charge/6026976

He'll have his day in court, but if guilty, sack him.

Agree with the sentiment if guilty. The game doesn't need f**kwits like Lui, Bird, Inglis, etc. constantly shitting over the image of the game :x
Hopefully It's been blown out of proportion because he is a very promising talent. But can't cop chick beaters if true.

 

[TruSaint]

Agree with the sentiment if guilty. The game doesn't need f**kwits like Lui, Bird, Inglis, etc. constantly shitting over the image of the game :x
Hopefully It's been blown out of proportion because he is a very promising talent. But can't cop chick beaters if true.

tumbi like you, I also hope is a minor event, and that no real harm came to the girl in question.
time will tell, A strike to the face, is proven, will do me. Cant for the life of me understand how someone could hit a woman. Had an argument, walk the f... away.

 

[_snafu_]

Thanks for the legal advice, Lionel Hutz.

You're welcome.

 

[_snafu_]

St George Illawarra Dragon's NYC player charged with assault

Police arrested and charged Addin Fonua-Blake on Sunday night after he allegedly assaulted his girlfriend.
A junior St George Illawarra Dragon's player has been suspended from his activities with the club, after being charged with allegedly assaulting his girlfriend.

National Youth Competition prop Addin Fonua-Blake was charged by police from Botany Bay Local Area Command on Sunday night.

It's alleged the 20-year-old's girlfriend called police after he kicked-out at her, striking her in the face.

Police say the pair had entered into a verbal disagreement at an Eastlakes home before the alleged assault took place.

In a statement, the St George Illawarra Dragons said the NRL's Integrity Unit had been informed and Mr Fonua-Blake had been stood down by the club for breeching their Code of Conduct.

He'll undergo counselling before he's due to appear in Waverly Local Court at the end of the month.

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-20/dragons-charge/6026976

He'll have his day in court, but if guilty, sack him.

Sounds like he is ready for a career in MMA fighting.

 

[The Cobra]

Can someone please explain how a guy who is 110kgs? can actually consider hitting a female.I am over 110 but even if I was 55kg I would never ever think about hitting a woman.Anyone who hits a woman does not deserve to have the pleasure of spending time with female company.

 

[The Commissioner]

Can someone please explain how a guy who is 110kgs? can actually consider hitting a female.I am over 110 but even if I was 55kg I would never ever think about hitting a woman.Anyone who hits a woman does not deserve to have the pleasure of spending time with female company.

Well said you big unit

 

[dino2170]

guys shouldnt hit anyone for any purpose

 

[Mr Red]

Well said you big unit

:lol:

 

[Slippery Morris]

Assaulting his girlfriend? If he was at the Dogs they would bring out a statement saying he had a gambling problem. Give him a small break and then play him. Not go through this process of getting the NRL to give the OK?

 

[getsmarty]

Young Dragons prop faces NRL sanction for domestic violence case

By Mitch Jennings

Jan. 21, 2015, 12:45 p.m.



NRL

YOUNG Dragons prop Addin Fonua-Blake faces tough penalties from the NRL should he be found guilty of assaulting his girlfriend as the game looks to rebuild it’s image following a string of domestic violence incidents.
Fonua-Blake, 19, was charged with common assault and will front Waverly Local Court at the end of this month after being reported to police for allegedly kicking his girlfriend following a verbal disagreement at an Eastlakes home on Sunday night.
The 2014 Junior Kiwi - who last year re-signed with the club for two more years - was subsequently stood down from all club duties with the Dragons who released a statement on Monday night.
‘‘The club has stood Fonua-Blake down from club activities, effective immediately and until further notice for breaching the club’s code of conduct,’’ the statement read.
‘‘The NRL’s Integrity Unit has been informed and the club has arranged counselling.’’
The NRL received heavy criticism for it’s failure to act in the case of Rabbitohs centre Kirisome Auva’a after he pleaded guilty to assaulting his girlfriend in January last year. Auva’a was eventually stood down indefinitely in November but not before winning a premiership ring with the Rabbitohs.
NRL CEO Dave Smith said at the time: ‘‘Let me make it clear… we abhor violence against women and it will not be tolerated in our game. Everyone needs to understand that if you are violent against women there is no place for you in rugby league.’’
Former Knights prop Zane Tetevano also had a one-year deal with Manly torn up in December after pleading guilty to assaulting his former girlfriend.
Fonua-Blake was one of the Dragons’ NYC stars last season, captaining the team to a preliminary final appearance and earning selection in the Junior Kiwis side that upset the Junior Kangaroos 15-14 in November.
It comes just a month after the club reinstated another former under 20s captain Craig Garvey who was convicted of assaulting a man at a Wollongong hotel in July last year.
Garvey was also stood down from club duties following his conviction in September but rejoined the Dragons top squad on a conditional contract in December where he has impressed with his attitude after completing a number of rehabilitation and welfare programs.
News of the charge also comes amid criticism in some quarters of the Dragons willingness to throw wayward former Warriors prop Russell Packer - who was last week spotted shopping at Wollongong Central - a career lifeline following his release from prison in January after serving 12-months of a two year sentence for assault.

http://www.illawarramercury.com.au/story/2830931/dragons-prop-faces-nrl-sanction/?cs=2382

 

[blacksafake]

Assaulting his girlfriend? If he was at the Dogs they would bring out a statement saying he had a gambling problem. Give him a small break and then play him. Not go through this process of getting the NRL to give the OK?

;-) ;-)

 

[Hurricanerrc]

Anyone heard the outcome?

Would like the see AFB in 1st grade this year.

 

[love my saints]

Any updates on the situation? Im like u hurricanerrc... would love to see this unit playing this year also

 

[gorilla]

Anyways, when does he play next ?

 

[bottle]

I wouldn't be holding out too much hope of seeing him playing for us. If he's found guilty he'll be on his way elsewhere.

 

[nrlnrl]

I think the case has been adjourned until April. Sorry this is vague, will try to get more info

 

[BennyV]

I wouldn't be holding out too much hope of seeing him playing for us. If he's found guilty he'll be on his way elsewhere.

And rightfully so.

 

[bottle]

And rightfully so.

Agreed.