Ugle-Hagan takes indefinite personal leave from Bulldogs

Troubled forward Jamarra Ugle-Hagan is taking extended leave from the Western Bulldogs to deal with personal issues away from the AFL spotlight.

The former number one draft pick has not played a game this season, and there is no immediate indication about when or if he will return to the club.

Ugle-Hagan has not been a regular face at Whitten Oval, with Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge saying the 23-year-old’s playing future was in the hands of the AFL.

The Western Bulldogs, in a statement released on Tuesday, said the decision had been reached in conjunction with Ugle-Hagan, his family, his management and the AFL.

“Jamarra’s health and wellbeing remains the absolute priority and he will be given whatever time he needs,” football executive manager Sam Power said.

“We will continue to support Jamarra throughout this period.”

The top draft pick in 2020, Ugle-Hagan last played for the Bulldogs in the 2024 elimination final.

AAP