Geelong在争议中维护Bailey Smith的处理方式, Geelong defends handling of Bailey Smith amid controversies, ending Mad Monday over backlash.

Geelong的足球老板Andrew Mackie为俱乐部处理球员中场贝利·史密斯(Bailey Smith)在场外争议(包括一名女摄影师的照片事件)辩护, Geelong's football boss Andrew Mackie defended the club's handling of star midfielder Bailey Smith amid off-field controversies, including a photo incident with a female photographer and criticized Mad Monday social media posts. Mackie否认该俱乐部不知道Smith的下落,说他被告知他的活动,并强调Smith伤后成功返回。 Mackie denied claims the club was unaware of Smith’s whereabouts, stating he was informed of his activities and emphasized Smith’s successful return from injury. 俱乐部将结束其传统的疯狂星期一活动, 因为对服装和行为的反弹。 The club will end its traditional Mad Monday event due to backlash over costumes and behavior. Mackie将该组织称为“进行中的工作”, 重点强调正在进行的参与者教育努力, 同时拒绝评论私人参与者的讨论或内部纪律处分程序。 Mackie called the organization a "work in progress," highlighting ongoing player education efforts, while declining to comment on private player discussions or internal disciplinary processes.