Essendon v North Melbourne: Alastair Clarkson says decision to ban Kane Cornes made by Kangaroos board

Alastair Clarkson intensified the feud with commentator Kane Cornes during a pre-match interview, revealing that the decision to ban Cornes from the North Melbourne club was made at the highest level due to his critical remarks about players. Clarkson emphasized the importance of maintaining a supportive environment for the players and questioned Cornes’ history, while Cornes defended his comments about Harry Sheezel, asserting they were not personal and aimed at improving player performance. The exchange highlights ongoing tensions regarding media criticism and player management within the club.

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