The Dark Side of Tough Football: When Aggression Tips into Assault The latest controversy in Australian Rules football has raised questions about the limits of aggression on the field.
Brisbane defender Ty Gallop's actions sparked a heated debate among coaches and players after he tackled Mitch Georgiades, lifting him by the jumper before slamming him back into the turf head first.
Gallop's tackle drew comparisons to other high profile incidents in recent years, including Georgiades' concussion against St Kilda just months prior.