PORT Adelaide players Peter Ladhams and Dan Houston have been suspended for breaching the AFL’s COVID-19 protocols.
Ladhams will miss the ladder-leading Power’s next three matches after hosting a house party following the club’s round-10 win against the Western Bulldogs.
Houston received a two-game suspension for attending Ladhams’ home on August 3 with a group of friends.
On top of the playing bans, Port have been fined $25,000 which will be included in the club’s 2021 soft cap.
AFL general counsel Andrew Dillon said any breach of the league’s return-to-play protocols will not be tolerated.
“Peter and Dan know the rules and it is disappointing that they chose not to follow them,” Dillon said.
“The protocols are in place for a reason, to protect the players and the wider community. If you make the decision to breach them, then you will be held accountable.”
Billy Frampton, who plays for Adelaide after being traded from the Power last year, lives with Ladhams.
But the AFL investigation found Frampton had no involvement or contact with the group on the night.
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