Netball NSW can today confirm the completion of an investigation by Netball Australia under its Integrity Framework with respect to Australian Diamond and NSW Swifts athlete, Sarah Klau.
Netball Australia found that Sarah has breached the Netball Australia Code of Conduct following an off-court incident on June 7.
The following sanctions were proposed by Netball Australia, and accepted by Sarah:
- $5,000 fine; and
- Two match suspension which is wholly suspended for 12 months and will be activated in the event of a future Code of Conduct breach.
Netball Australia took into consideration Sarah’s individual circumstances, her acceptance of responsibility and her otherwise exemplary personal history when making their determination.
Netball NSW and the NSW Swifts support and respect the outcome reached through the integrity process and remain committed to upholding its processes and decisions, ensuring a consistent and nationally aligned approach to integrity matters across our sport.
No further action will be taken by Netball NSW or the Club in relation to this matter.
Sarah said: “I am incredibly sorry for my actions and I take full responsibility for my behaviour.
“I am committed to learning from this and ensuring my actions reflect the standards expected of me and our sport.
“I am grateful for the support I have received. I care deeply about netball and the values it represents.”
No further comment will be made by Netball NSW or the NSW Swifts.
