Rory Sloane announces his retirement, effective immediately
FORMER Adelaide skipper Rory Sloane has retired, effective immediately, after 255 games and 16 years at the Crows.
The midfielder has not played at all this season after requiring eye surgery on a detached retina in the pre-season, the second time he’s undergone the procedure.
He said the risk of further damage to his eye was too great, so he’s called time on his playing career.
“I have given it my all to get back to playing and generally speaking my body is in great shape and I’m mentally fresh but ultimately, the risk of another eye injury is too great,” Sloane said.
“More so the impact it could have on my life and the potential for loss of vision. I’ve come to realise this is definitely not like the more common injuries you can get from playing the game.
“Our footy club is a special place and I have absolutely loved every minute of my career, and along the way I have grown and experienced so much as a person and footballer.
“So many of my important life moments, including getting married and having children, have been intertwined with my Crows journey, as well as the opportunity to make lifelong friends and ride the ups and downs of their lives too.”
More to come …
