Dees out Davey for one
07/07/2008 8:36 PM
Melbourne has suspended speedster Aaron Davey for one week due to 'unprofessional preparation' before the Demons' match against Brisbane last round.
Davey flew to Darwin in the lead-up to Melbourne's thrilling one-point victory over the Lions to attend the funeral for a close friend's mother.
The 25-year-old had minimal preparation while he was in the Top End and upon arrival in Melbourne informed the club's leadership group of his unprofessionalism.
As a result, Davey will sit out the Demons' clash with the Western Bulldogs on Sunday and will play with Melbourne's VFL affiliate side Sandringham.
The 177cm livewire has been one of the shining lights in what has been an extremely tough year for the Demons.
He has averaged close to 15 touches a game, booted nine goals and was instrumental in Melbourne's record come-from-behind win against Fremantle in Round 7 when he collected 20 disposals and booted three majors.