Broncos star Reece Walsh got into a bit of trouble recently when he uploaded a video on TikTok of him punching a friend in the face while wearing a boxing glove. The incident occurred on Tuesday night, leaving club bosses fuming over the social media content. CEO Dave Donaghy had a chat with Walsh about the situation, expressing disappointment in his star player’s actions.
Reece Walsh admitted that the video was “not a good look” and clarified that he was just trying to have a laugh with his mates. Despite acknowledging that the video was not appropriate, Walsh maintained that he does not support violence. The footage shows him taking a swing at his friend, causing him to fall to the ground. Both Walsh and his friend insisted that it was all in good fun and that no harm was intended.
In the aftermath of the incident, Walsh expressed regret over his actions, stating that he could have handled the situation better. He acknowledged the importance of being mindful of what is shared on social media and admitted that he may have crossed a line with the video. Despite the controversy, Walsh and his friend emphasized that their actions were intended as a joke and were not meant to cause any harm. Club officials were reportedly displeased with the video being posted online, highlighting the need for athletes to be cautious about their social media presence.