Complaint of racial abuse in Roosters v Broncos

[Apey]

He said that just because Mam is adamant he heard it, it doesn't mean he's right.

If he just wanted it to go through the formal process, he wouldn't have said that. He would have just offered no comment. By saying it doesn't mean he's right, he's trying to influence the outcome, saying he either made it up or mis-heard what was said.

It's unacceptable.

But I shouldn't be surprised. The Chookpen is full of posts calling the NRL woke and saying that it can't be racial abuse if it's from a black man to a black man, and that what happens on the field stays on the field. Roosters fans will excuse anything if it comes from someone in red, white and blue.

First Teddy, then Leniu. I think it's a culture thing there.

 

[soc123_au]

I wonder if Spencer is concerned now.

 

[Thatwasnthighref]

Is there an on-field precedent for what sort of penalty he can expect if found guilty? I cant remember

 

[Maximus]

Is there an on-field precedent for what sort of penalty he can expect if found guilty? I cant remember

Marcelo Montoya for his homophobic slur is probably the closest.

 

[Maximus]

I wonder if Spencer is concerned now.

Or if the judiciary hearing will just be fun and games.

 

[Vlad59]

Is there an on-field precedent for what sort of penalty he can expect if found guilty? I cant remember

If he’s found guilty and unless there is mitigation (and what could that possibly be in this case) he’ll get a long sentence - 10 weeks I reckon.

 

[soc123_au]

First Teddy, then Leniu. I think it's a culture thing there.

Looks like it. Years in the Panthers system as a model citizen, leading prayer groups and helping old ladies cross the street. 3 months in Bondi and goosestepping like a champ.

 

[Valheru]

He said that just because Mam is adamant he heard it, it doesn't mean he's right.

If he just wanted it to go through the formal process, he wouldn't have said that. He would have just offered no comment. By saying it doesn't mean he's right, he's trying to influence the outcome, saying he either made it up or mis-heard what was said.

It's unacceptable.

But I shouldn't be surprised. The Chookpen is full of posts calling the NRL woke and saying that it can't be racial abuse if it's from a black man to a black man, and that what happens on the field stays on the field. Roosters fans will excuse anything if it comes from someone in red, white and blue.

He did offer no comment.

Then was told Mam is adamant. He simply stated that doesn't make it true which it doesn't and it needs to be investigated.

If you see anything else in that answer than you're just looking for a reason to be offended.

 

[Vlad59]

https://www.news.com.au/sport/nrl/the-player-involved-has-been-charged-spencer-leniu-referred-directly-to-the-nrl-judiciary-for-alleged-racial-slur/news-story/e4980791f2366f533d50743c1bbdec47

 

[Get Rid of The Donkeys]

So he admits he made a racist comment, just thinks it's fun and games.

Only you can take 2 + 2 and come up with 5 all the f**ken time. You're either a troll or a simpleton.

 

[Maximus]

Only you can take 2 + 2 and come up with 5 all the f**ken time. You're either a troll or a simpleton.

Notice how he didn't deny it, he just said it was fun and games on the field?

Notice also how everyone in this thread is saying the same thing?

Stick to talking about Ikea being a tourist attraction, you add nothing else.

 

[Mojo]

A few angles on all of this that are running through my mind:

1. has there been any significant publicity or reaction to this in the USA?

2. is it possible that the NRL can demonstrate to the USA audience, media, sport admin etc. how seriously and efficiently it deals with allegations of racial vilification? After all, the USA isn't exactly renowned for setting the benchmarks in this arena.

3. when will the media adopt an ethical standard of not opining or seeking to broadcast people's opinions about such matters e.g., interviewing the players and coaches before the matter is even made official? They practically salivate over such things, especially in the heat of the moment. The only possible result is that the interviewee will say something that will inflame the situation, whether their words are taken as intended or misinterpreted. A rational debate is necessary. Issues such as this shouldn't be the subject of sensationalism and hyperbole.

 

[Vlad59]

Well don’t get personal then.

If he was sent off, the game would be seen in a better light.

Anyway, there is a rumour Spencer spoke his mind to the aggrieved player at the hotel that night.

More utter nonsense. You can’t send a player off on the basis of an allegation. That’s just plain silly. But continue on with your rant.

 

[soc123_au]

3. when will the media adopt an ethical standard of not opining or seeking to broadcast people's opinions about such matters e.g., interviewing the players and coaches before the matter is even made official? They practically salivate over such things, especially in the heat of the moment. The only possible result is that the interviewee will say something that will inflame the situation, whether they're words are taken as intended or misinterpreted. A rational debate is necessary. Issues such as this shouldn't be the subject of sensationalism and hyperbole.

Never. Their job is to generate clicks or sell papers. They get a hard on for this type of thing and will fan the flames as quickly and for as long as possible.

 

[Mojo]

Never. Their job is to generate clicks or sell papers. They get a hard on for this type of thing and will fan the flames as quickly and for as long as possible.

Then, IMO, it's incumbent upon us to ignore their inflammatory rubbish.

 

[Get Rid of The Donkeys]

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[Get Rid of The Donkeys]

Notice how he didn't deny it, he just said it was fun and games on the field?

Notice also how everyone in this thread is saying the same thing?

Stick to talking about Ikea being a tourist attraction, you add nothing else.

Not denying it isn't an admission of guilt, is it?

 

[Vlad59]

Not denying it isn't an admission of guilt, is it?

He didn’t admit to anything. If he did I’d like somebody to show me what words prove that. His comment was pretty stupid though.

 

[Vee]

Interesting.
Given that Spencer essentially admitted it

Fun and games? or did he say something else? If not, the former is a fair way short of an admission.

 

[Vlad59]

Fun and games? or did he say something else? If not, the former is a fair way short of an admission.

Stop making sense. It’s not appreciated in this thread.