20 concussions cut legendâs career short
Itâs the news Roosters fans knew was coming but dreaded. Jake Friend has made the toughest decision of his career after a meeting with Trent Robinson.
Rugby League
by Michael Carayannis and Phil Rothfield
7th Apr 2021 4:19 PM
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Sydney Roosters skipper Jake Friend has announced he is retiring immediately from the sport.
After suffering three concussions in his last six games, Friend made the toughest decision of his career after meeting with coach Trent Robinson and the club's medical staff on Tuesday.
Friend quits after 14 seasons, 264 NRL games, three State of Origins for Queensland and one Test. He has been a co-captain for six years.