Carlton’s Lachie Cowan suspended for two matches following illicit drug use
Carlton defender Lachie Cowan has been suspended for two matches and fined $5,000 after testing positive for an illicit substance. The incident occurred at a house party, requiring Cowan to receive medical observation before his discharge.
Carlton Football Club defender Lachie Cowan has been sanctioned by the AFL following a breach of the league’s illicit drugs policy. The 19-year-old player was suspended for two matches, to be served at the start of the 2025 season, and issued a $5,000 suspended fine. The disciplinary action follows an incident last weekend where Cowan used an illicit substance while attending a house party.
According to a statement released by the Carlton Football Club, Cowan required medical treatment and observation following the event. He was discharged shortly thereafter. In addition to the suspension and fine, Cowan has been issued a “notifiable adverse finding” under the AFL’s policy and is required to complete an educational program regarding the risks and effects of illicit substances. The club characterized the incident as a “wake-up call” for the young player. No further details regarding the specific substance involved or the nature of the medical treatment have been disclosed by the club or the league at this time.
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"wake-up call"
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- ·Lack of comment from the AFL regarding the specific circumstances of the drug test.
- ·No information provided on whether this is a first-time offense or part of a broader pattern of behavior within the club.
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