Jack Ginnivan regrets Instagram post that sparked conflict between Port Adelaide Power coach Ken Hinkley and Hawthorn Hawks captain James Sicily [Video]

Hawthorn forward Jack Ginnivan told club leaders this week he regretted making the social media post that sparked the war of words between Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley and Hawks captain James Sicily, as the AFL demanded an explanation for the confrontation.

The Hawks were furious on Friday night at Hinkley’s behaviour, which marred the Power’s thrilling three-point victory in the semi-final and also took the gloss off the celebration of veteran forward Luke Breust’s 300th game.

Hawks greats Luke Hodge, Jordan Lewis and Shaun Burgoyne all slammed Hinkley, 57, for his post-match behaviour, while coach Sam Mitchell stridently defended Ginnivan, 21, and Sicily in an emotional post-match press conference.

Coaching greats Mick Malthouse and Leigh …