Axe Man
24-08-2018, 12:32 PM
Google tells me cocaine stays in your system for 2-4 days. What the hell was he doing taking cocaine mid-week during the season? Guess Murray would know Talia from his time at Sydney...
Collingwood player Sam Murray under ASADA investigation after alleged positive drug test (https://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/teams/collingwood/collingwood-player-sam-murray-under-asada-investigation-after-alleged-positive-drug-test/news-story/c0d2dae2dd33b26e2264f5d6d8d8956a)
COLLINGWOOD’S Sam Murray faces a ban of up to four years after being investigated by ASADA for a possible illicit drug in his system on game day.
The first-year Pie is alleged to have tested positive for an illicit drug after a match.
It is understood the drug is cocaine.
Collingwood has confirmed Murray is under investigation by ASADA and that he has sought independent legal advice.
Collingwood president Eddie McGuire addressed the matter briefly on his Triple M breakfast show: “There are also legal, not AFL laws, in relation to any drug testing in any way, shape or form,” he said.
“This is an AFL matter.
“That is all I can say.”
Murray could receive a ban of up to four years under ASADA provisions, a shattering blow to his career after crossing from Sydney in a trade last October.
Murray was a late withdrawal from last week’s game against Port Adelaide for what the club called personal reasons.
He had played the previous week in the club’s win against Brisbane at Etihad Stadium.
Collingwood chief executive officer Mark Anderson said in a statement: “I would like to reinforce that Collingwood is unequivocally committed to the cause of eliminating drugs in sport.
“We fully support all anti-doping policies and our athletes understand the rules in place. Collingwood has worked hard to develop a culture of professionalism and respect within its teams and we are making great progress,” he said.
“It would be inappropriate to pre-empt the outcome of the ASADA process.
“In addition to ensuring we comply fully with the ASADA process, we are also ensuring that we support Sam as a person. Whatever the outcome of the ASADA investigation, the welfare of a young man must remain a priority and we are committed to providing the support that Sam needs.
“We are not able to make any further comment until all of the facts are gathered, the investigation completed and a determination reached.”
Collingwood players Lachie Keeffe and Josh Thomas were suspended for two years after the banned drug clenbuterol was found in their systems after it was laced in an illicit drug they took at the St Kilda festival.
The Pies will finally return to the finals in a fortnight after four barren seasons under Nathan Buckley.
Murray, 20, has played 13 games this season as an aggressive rebounding defender after the Pies secured him in a trade with Sydney that included their second-round pick this season.
WHAT WE KNOW
- Murray is alleged to have tested positive for an illicit drug after a match
- He faces a ban of up to four years
- The drug is understood to be cocaine
- Collingwood has confirmed Murray is under investigation by ASADA
Collingwood player Sam Murray under ASADA investigation after alleged positive drug test (https://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/teams/collingwood/collingwood-player-sam-murray-under-asada-investigation-after-alleged-positive-drug-test/news-story/c0d2dae2dd33b26e2264f5d6d8d8956a)
COLLINGWOOD’S Sam Murray faces a ban of up to four years after being investigated by ASADA for a possible illicit drug in his system on game day.
The first-year Pie is alleged to have tested positive for an illicit drug after a match.
It is understood the drug is cocaine.
Collingwood has confirmed Murray is under investigation by ASADA and that he has sought independent legal advice.
Collingwood president Eddie McGuire addressed the matter briefly on his Triple M breakfast show: “There are also legal, not AFL laws, in relation to any drug testing in any way, shape or form,” he said.
“This is an AFL matter.
“That is all I can say.”
Murray could receive a ban of up to four years under ASADA provisions, a shattering blow to his career after crossing from Sydney in a trade last October.
Murray was a late withdrawal from last week’s game against Port Adelaide for what the club called personal reasons.
He had played the previous week in the club’s win against Brisbane at Etihad Stadium.
Collingwood chief executive officer Mark Anderson said in a statement: “I would like to reinforce that Collingwood is unequivocally committed to the cause of eliminating drugs in sport.
“We fully support all anti-doping policies and our athletes understand the rules in place. Collingwood has worked hard to develop a culture of professionalism and respect within its teams and we are making great progress,” he said.
“It would be inappropriate to pre-empt the outcome of the ASADA process.
“In addition to ensuring we comply fully with the ASADA process, we are also ensuring that we support Sam as a person. Whatever the outcome of the ASADA investigation, the welfare of a young man must remain a priority and we are committed to providing the support that Sam needs.
“We are not able to make any further comment until all of the facts are gathered, the investigation completed and a determination reached.”
Collingwood players Lachie Keeffe and Josh Thomas were suspended for two years after the banned drug clenbuterol was found in their systems after it was laced in an illicit drug they took at the St Kilda festival.
The Pies will finally return to the finals in a fortnight after four barren seasons under Nathan Buckley.
Murray, 20, has played 13 games this season as an aggressive rebounding defender after the Pies secured him in a trade with Sydney that included their second-round pick this season.
WHAT WE KNOW
- Murray is alleged to have tested positive for an illicit drug after a match
- He faces a ban of up to four years
- The drug is understood to be cocaine
- Collingwood has confirmed Murray is under investigation by ASADA