" Hollands had informed the club he was struggling with his mental health before the match but expressed a desire to play, and he has voluntarily undergone drug testing and medical screenings, telling the club his behavior was not linked to alcohol or illicit substances. Carlton chief executive Graham Wright confirmed the club had been aware of concerns during the game, saying: "We're dealing with a mental health issue ... " The club is now reviewing the actions of its medical staff, including head doctor Matt Chamberlain and psychologist Stephen Rendall, though the exact findings or timeline of this internal investigation remain unclear.
" The AFL is monitoring Carlton's internal investigation into how Hollands was allowed to remain on the field despite visible signs something was wrong, but what specific visible signs of distress he showed during the match has not been detailed. Former Carlton star Sam Docherty said he was struggling to understand how the situation unfolded, and according to Daily Mail - Sport, Sam Docherty described feeling that Hollands has been let down by Carlton and the AFL. " Hollands' current medical condition or prognosis following his hospitalization is unknown.
The Carlton Football Club can confirm that Elijah Hollands has been admitted to hospital this evening.
While the club acknowledges the public's interest, it again asks that the privacy of Elijah and his family be respected.
We're dealing with a mental health issue ... right at the moment.
Our primary focus remains on caring for Elijah, making sure he continues to receive the medical and wellbeing support he needs.
I just feel like he's been really let down by Carlton and the AFL more broadly.