That's footy and that's life.". Friend made his State of Origin debut for Queensland last year, playing all three matches for the Maroons in their series victory. Queensland coach Wayne Bennett has given a snarling response to reported accusations from NSW surrounding Maroons rake Jake Friend. Sign up here. Harry Grant passes during a Queensland Maroons training session (Getty) Grant is expected to tag team with Roosters veteran Jake Friend in the decider, and NSW greats Paul Gallen and Peter Sterling are wary of the added threat he presents in the Blues’ … Mark St John and Darcie McDonald FOX SPORTS November 21, 2020 4:58am By Anindita Das Last updated Nov 12, 2020. Roosters veteran Jake Friend was knocked out during round one of the season. 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. “We’ve been playing this game for so long that you really love and you’re passionate about, but you also have a long time of life left. Friend paid tribute to Trent Robinson, having played under the Roosters coach in the club's grand final victories in 2013, 2018 and 2019. The veteran hooker, who suffered 20 concussions during a decorated career, on Tuesday night informed the Roosters that he will not play another game in the NRL. Pic: Ch9/Getty . Wayne Bennett urged to drop Jake Friend for Harry Grant, Queensland Maroons Game Three. Jake Friend (C) is set to start from hooker. Scans have confirmed the Roosters captain ruptured a biceps … 783. For so long the understudy to Cameron Smith, Friend entered Wednesday's Origin after 263 NRL games for the Sydney Roosters - the most of any debutant ever. Roosters veteran Jake Friend was knocked out during round one of the season. Harry Grant has revealed the stunning selflessness of Jake Friend that allowed the rookie to star in Queensland’s Origin win. Friend made his State of Origin debut for Queensland last year, playing all three matches for the Maroons in their series victory. Robinson said Friend deserved to be regarded as a Roosters great. Cordner has been rested for the first three months of the season following a series of concussions last year, but he is on track to return for the tricolours in the round 14 clash against the Titans following the team’s bye in round 13. He was twice named the Roosters' player of the year (2011, 2016). Friend was overlooked by Queensland for Andrew McCullough in 2018 after Smith retired from representative football and last year a torn biceps and a … See All. “The position that he’s in is a tough one,” teammate Jared Waerea-Hargreaves said on Tuesday. Jake Friend has outlined his plans to help develop dummy-halves at the Sydney Roosters in retirement as the NRL club faces a crisis in his former position. Friend made three State of Origin appearances for Queensland last year and played a Test for Australia in 2016. Jake Friend was relieved to get the all-clear after a concussion scare as he prepares to make his Queensland debut after 13 seasons with the Roosters. Lewis Hamilton has six Michael Schumacher F1 records to… Mar 26, 2021 . Sydney Roosters are expected to make an official announcement about Friend in the next 24 hours. Concern surrounds the playing future of Jake Friend after he was concussed for the third time in six months. Although it is a medical retirement, it is understood the Roosters will not receive any salary cap dispensation from the NRL because Friend was in the final year of his contract. Friend made three State of Origin appearances for Queensland last year and played a Test for Australia in 2016. You want to keep putting one foot forward. Erstklassige Nachrichtenbilder in hoher Auflösung bei Getty Images Jake Friend passes during a Queensland State of Origin training session. Friend, who will go down as one of the club’s greatest competitors, was heavily concussed at the SCG in a head knock in the opening-round victory over Manly. He would be eventually swapped with Valentine Holmes, marking Queensland's third fullback in three games. "It wasn't an easy decision to make but it is one that I think is right and is right for myself, my family and the Roosters," Friend said. Jake Friend had to endure the longest wait in State of Origin history to make his debut, but there can be no questions heading into Game II that he is a worthy Queensland player. But it would be tough for sure. Tuesday 21st May 2014. 0. (Getty) "Your marker defence is going to have to be spot-on and watch him very closely, because what we saw him do at … When you are in love with the game and you’ve been doing it for so long, it makes it a pretty tough decision to make. Friend and fiery forward Lindsay Collins have been added to Wayne Bennett’s Queensland Maroons squad for the end of season State of Origin series. Jake Friend has begun telling his teammates that he will retire immediately from the NRL. He was twice named the Roosters' player of the year (2011, 2016). Date of Birth: 01 February 1990. It’s a credit to the club the way we’ve handled the situation, for sure.”. Height: 175 cm. “Having that little child there, that little boy, is definitely a good distraction to go home to ... he’s still running around training and walking around with a big smile on his face, as he does every day. You may remember him going viral last year, Kalyn Ponga a talented 17 year-old contracted to the North Queensland Cowboys is back with yet another stunning highlight reel. "He has made those around him better and I've loved coaching him.". Jake Friend has been robbed of any chance he had of making his State of Origin debut this year. The 31-year-old has spoken for the first time about his post-playing role at the club, saying he's working with Sam Verrills and wants to stay on to help develop No.9s for the Roosters. Jake FRIEND Anna Larson 2020-11-19T15:26:37+00:00 Jake Friend FOG# 208 . Erstklassige Nachrichtenbilder in hoher Auflösung bei Getty Images 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 heavy head knock in the Roosters' round-one match against Manly. Sports news, results and expert commentary delivered straight to your inbox each weekday. Share. 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Roosters co-captain Jake Friend suffered his third concussion in six months in the Roosters round 1 win over Manly. Michael Chammas is a sports reporter with The Sydney Morning Herald, Roosters skipper Jake Friend to retire immediately. Friend made his NRL debut for the Roosters in 2008, was sacked by the club just a year later for off-field indiscretions and worked as a sandwich hand until he was given a chance at redemption in 2010. Roosters skipper Jake Friend is the third hooker to be added to the Queensland squad, while a Maroons player has missed training to go on a holiday. Zach Wilson mock draft: Broncos, 49ers, Falcons among best… Mar 26, 2021. Please try again later. Your kids definitely give you another perspective on life. Queensland coach Wayne Bennett has angrily dismissed any suggestion the Maroons' medical staff overlooked a potential head injury to Jake Friend in last week's State of Origin clash in Sydney. It was the last of more than 20 concussions he sustained throughout his playing career. Birthplace: Nambour, QLD. To go out not on his own terms is definitely the disappointing part. Friend’s Origin career as a starter could be over by the next series given Grant’s brilliant first outing. 239. Sydney Roosters skipper Jake Friend has retired from rugby league after 264 games and 14 seasons at the top level. Weight: 92 kg. But you don’t want to use it as an excuse. Jake Friend has begun telling his teammates that he will retire immediately from the NRL.Credit:Getty Images. The Queensland Opposition's plan to push for an election win by branding the former deputy premier "dodgy" is not working out as they'd hoped, writes Peter McCutcheon. Wayne Bennett and Jake Friend emerge as unlikely Queensland Origin allies. Jake Friend's smack to the back of Nathan Brown's head sparked angry scenes in Game II. He also played one Test for Australia in 2016. 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After weeks of deliberation, Sydney Roosters co-captain Jake Friend has announced his immediate retirement from the NRL due to 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. He also played one Test for Australia in 2016. 194. The Roosters have led the way when it comes to dealing with players suffering concussion, providing Boyd Cordner, Luke Keary and Ryan Matterson with extended time off from the sport to recover from the impact of their injuries. Friend is a three-time Premiership winner with the Club, as well as a two time Jack Gibson Medal winner. Jake Friend admits he wonders if a series of concussions could one day lead to brain damage as he prepares for his hard-fought Queensland State of Origin debut this Wednesday night. Credit: Getty Sometimes, his head got in the wrong place and sometimes he was concussed. Captain Jake Friend is set to continue his first-grade journey with the Sydney Roosters in 2021 on the back of his maiden State Of Origin series win with the Queensland Maroons. Jake Friend, Mal Meninga and Harry Grant at Queensland training. Related Posts. Jake Friend had to wait more NRL games than anyone in history to make their State of Origin debut, but it took just 80 minutes to prove he's Queensland worth. Friend, who joined the Roosters at age 15 when he was recruited by the late Arthur Beetson, made his NRL debut in 2008. We’re sorry, this service is currently unavailable. Souths coach Wayne Bennett has put aside any club differences to deliver an emotional ‘thank you’ to … He is a man of integrity, and his leadership has been a key driver of the club's success. Friend played 264 games during 14 seasons in the NRL, winning three premierships with the Roosters. As part of NRL rules, clubs can apply for salary cap relief if a player is medically unable to continue playing, except when in the final year of their contract. This service may include material from Agence France-Presse (AFP), APTN, Reuters, AAP, CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced. "Jake has been an incredible player and leader for the Roosters, and while I know that he won't be comfortable with the accolades, it's important we acknowledge his achievements over the years," he said. “He’s been a warrior for us at the Roosters. Part of the reason Friend has decided to hang up the boots is the perspective he gained from the birth of his first child just days before he suffered the career-defining head knock against the Sea Eagles. Moment Bromwich was told he'd captain New Zealand. 29. "Trent is the best coach I've ever had, and I'm a better player and man for the last 11 years I've known him," he said. "Jake's place in Roosters' history is assured. Picture: Adam Head Picture: Adam Head Incumbent hooker Ben Hunt shapes as the No.14 utility, with … Queensland icon Wally Lewis has named nine debutants in his Maroons State of Origin team, saying he'd pick Broncos teenager Xavier Coates, while opting for Jake Friend … Roosters veteran Jake Friend was knocked out during round one of the season. He’s been an absolute warrior for us for so long. He’s got a family now; he’s a new father. The … "It has been a hell of a ride but it is a tough way to go out. Friend admits he … Having been invited to the Maroons camp ahead of the 2020 series, Friend is eager to make his long-awaited debut, calling it his "lifelong dream" to play for Queensland. There’s bigger and other things to life than just footy. Portrait of Jake Friend at the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. 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