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Sydney Roosters stalwart Jake Friend retires from NRL because of concussion concerns
Sydney Roosters co-captain Jake Friend has announced his retirement from the NRL effective immediately, following medical advice about the effects of concussion.
Key points:
- Friend decided to retire after seeking medical advice following his most recent concussion
- He played 264 NRL matches for the Roosters after debuting for the club in 2008
- Friend was a member of the Roosters’ premiership-winning squads in 2013, 2018 and 2019
Friend, a three-time premiership winner with the Roosters, said he made the decision in the wake of suffering a third concussion in less than six months.
The 31-year-old met with coaching staff and concussion experts this week and decided to end his 264-match NRL career to protect his future health after suffering a…
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