Scott Pendlebury avoids first ever suspension at AFL tribunal due to 'exceptional circumstances'
Collingwood great Scott Pendlebury avoids suspension despite being found guilty of rough conduct at the AFL tribunal.
www.abc.net.auHere’s the latest I can share based on recent public coverage.
- Pendlebury tribunal outcome (March 2026): The AFL Tribunal overturned his one-match suspension for rough conduct, replacing it with a $3,000 fine on the basis of exceptional and compelling circumstances. This allowed him to play in Collingwood’s Round 3 match against GWS. This is the most widely reported update from that hearing cycle. [source coverage noting the tribunal overturn and fine]
- Ongoing context: Pendlebury had been facing a potential suspension after a bump on Adelaide’s Josh Worrell, which was graded as careless, medium impact, and high contact, but the final decision avoided a suspension. [source coverage of the charge and outcome]
If you’d like, I can pull direct links to the latest articles from AFL.com.au, Collingwood FC, and ABC News for precise citations and timestamps. Also, I can summarize any subsequent developments if you specify a timeframe (e.g., “since March 2026”).