Why Tom Elliott is happy with Joel Smith’s huge drug ban

Tom Elliott agrees with the four-year ban given to Melbourne footballer Joel Smith for drug use and trafficking.

Smith tested positive for cocaine after a match in August 2023, while was also slapped with additional drug trafficking charges by Sport Integrity Australia.

The 3AW Mornings host says the 28-year-old knew what would happen if he was caught with illicit drugs on match day.

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“The AFL has done the right thing here,” he said.

“Joel Smith knew exactly what he was doing and he knew the consequences of being caught.”

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