A country football league has publicly distanced itself from comments made during an awards event. The controversy stems from a joke made by the master of ceremonies referencing the Sydney Swans scandal. League officials have deemed the comments "unacceptable" and "clearly insensitive." The organization has not disclosed specific disciplinary action but emphasized its commitment to respectful conduct. The incident occurred at a recent awards event, raising questions about the appropriateness of humor surrounding sensitive issues. This statement aims to reaffirm the league’s values and address concerns raised by the remarks about the Sydney Swans.