Toby Greene, the star player of the Greater Western Sydney Giants, has revealed a shocking incident from his past. In an interview for the Amazon Prime Video series 'Final Siren: Inside the AFL', Greene confessed to punching his father, Michael, in the dressing room after a game. The incident occurred due to his father's drunken behavior and loud, disruptive conduct, which left Greene feeling embarrassed and frustrated. This revelation sheds light on the complex and often tumultuous relationship between Greene and his father, who has had a significant impact on the player's life and career.
Greene's father, Michael, has a history of assault. He was jailed for nine months, later reduced on appeal, for attacking a female police officer while watching his son's team suffer a heavy loss to Richmond in the 2019 grand final. The incident in the dressing room took place earlier in Greene's career, and it highlights the challenges he faced within his family.
In the series, Greene opens up about the impact of his father's struggles with alcohol and drugs, which have taken a toll on his physical and mental health. Despite the difficulties, Greene acknowledges the positive influence his father had on his love for football and his career. He mentions that he learned valuable lessons from his father's mistakes and that these experiences have shaped his own conduct and discipline on and off the field.
Greene's on-field behavior has not been without controversy. He has a history of disciplinary issues, resulting in $47,850 in fines over his 14-season career and multiple game suspensions. In the documentary, his wife, Georgia Stirton, discusses the impact of his poor discipline on their family, including online abuse from trolls who make threatening and derogatory comments. Stirton reveals that the abuse has affected her more than Greene, highlighting the emotional toll it takes on those closest to him.
