Crows to report skipper's 'disgusting' targeting by troll to police

The Adelaide Crows have firmly denounced the reprehensible and unsettling trolling aimed at their captain, Jordan Dawson, vowing to report the matter to SA Police. The incident unfolded after the Crows suffered a defeat in Saturday night's semi-final against Brisbane. It was discovered that Dawson had been targeted on social media with a message containing a self-harm reference.

Moreover, another player, Callum Ah Chee, allegedly faced abuse, which appears to be of a racist nature. The club emphasized that they will extend all necessary support to Dawson and Ah Chee, as they do when any of their members face online attacks and abuse. Crows CEO, Tim Silvers, addressed the issue in a statement, expressing the club's commitment to putting an end to such behavior in society.

The league will also be informed about these latest incidents. Dawson shared a screenshot of the message received on his Instagram account. Following his team's loss, Dawson delivered an emotional address at the All-Australian awards, where he was named vice-captain, where he spoke about mental health, a subject that resonated deeply with him after the tragic loss of his brother earlier this year.

The mental health conversation is a new venture for Dawson, but one he is eager to explore further. He urged those struggling with their mental health to know that they are loved and valued, emphasizing that they have friends and family around them. The club's CEO, Silvers, used the occasion to issue a stern call for an end to online abuse in all its forms.