Isaac Heeney addresses scandal while accepting Bob Skilton Medal

Isaac Heeney delivered an emotional message after being awarded the Bob Skilton Medal for the third consecutive year. In a video message, Heeney expressed remorse for his involvement in a scandal that led to him being banned along with four teammates. He called his time away from the Sydney Swans heartbreaking and said he looked forward to rejoining the team for the upcoming season. Heeney praised his teammates for their determination in reaching a preliminary final despite the challenges faced. His speech comes as the club continues to deal with ongoing investigations related to the incident.

• 1:30 PMAFL — 'From the depths of my heart, I'm truly sorry': Isaac Heeney's emotional speech