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Statement on Aaron Smith
Statement on Aaron Smith
New Zealand
Rugby is supporting the action taken by the All Blacks in
standing halfback Aaron Smith down from the team to play
South Africa this weekend.
New Zealand Rugby Chief
Executive Steve Tew said: “This was really bad
decision-making by Aaron which reflects poorly on him, and
on the team.”
Smith will face a misconduct hearing on his return to New Zealand.
He has failed to meet the standards that New Zealand Rugby and the public expect of our players.
“We are taking action to improve the culture of our game and are about to embark on an independent review of respect and responsibility in our professional player environment. We have drafted the terms of reference and are currently talking to prospective panel members. We will provide an update on this shortly.”
Given the misconduct process, it is not appropriate for New Zealand Rugby to comment further at this time.
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