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Nathan Hindmarsh to retire
March 29, 2012
Sydney Morning Herald
Parramatta captain Nathan Hindmarsh will retire at the end of the season.
Hindmarsh confirmed his retirement in a video posted on the club's website on Thursday. Hindmarsh started his career at the club in 1998 and has played 310 games for the Eels.
There has been speculation since the start of the season that this would be his final year with the club.
“Fifteen years at this legendary club. It’s hard to believe,” Hindmarsh said in his video.
“I made the decision late last year and informed the coach and people close to me that 2012 was going to be my last season.
“I know there has been a lot of speculation about my career of late and I thank the coach and club for giving me the time I needed to make this decision public.
“I was always going to announce it early on in the season, and ideally I would have liked to have done it coming off four wins. But that’s footy isn’t it?
“That’s why I’m announcing my retirement now. I love this club it’s been my life since I was 16. I’ve made lifelong friends, met my wife and watched my kids’ faces light up when I tell them they can come to work with dad.
“I’m hoping that by announcing this, it will take some pressure off my coach, my team mates and the club, so we can get back to focusing on what really matters… winning games.
“I will retire as a one club player which I am very proud of. I’m going to finish my career the same way I started - utterly and deeply exhausted - knowing I have tried my best and left it all on the field.”
Eels head coach Stephen Kearney paid tribute to Hindmarsh.
“He’s a guy who pretty much redefined how much work one human being can get through out there on the paddock.
“I don’t know how many times I’ve seen replays of him chasing down wingers and fullbacks, making that last ditch effort that’s the difference between winning and losing matches.
“He’s all about heart and that’s why he’s so respected by everyone who plays the game, as well as loved and admired by those who watch it.
“He’s always put the team and this club first and they are huge shoes to fill.
“It’s been a tough start to the season for us but the lads are focused on improving from here, and making sure Nathan finishes his playing career on a high note.”
Hindmarsh is one of several high-profile players off contract at the end of the year including Justin Poore, Luke Burt, Fuifui Moimoi, Ben Smith and Shane Shackleton.
March 29, 2012
Sydney Morning Herald
Parramatta captain Nathan Hindmarsh will retire at the end of the season.
Hindmarsh confirmed his retirement in a video posted on the club's website on Thursday. Hindmarsh started his career at the club in 1998 and has played 310 games for the Eels.
There has been speculation since the start of the season that this would be his final year with the club.
“Fifteen years at this legendary club. It’s hard to believe,” Hindmarsh said in his video.
“I made the decision late last year and informed the coach and people close to me that 2012 was going to be my last season.
“I know there has been a lot of speculation about my career of late and I thank the coach and club for giving me the time I needed to make this decision public.
“I was always going to announce it early on in the season, and ideally I would have liked to have done it coming off four wins. But that’s footy isn’t it?
“That’s why I’m announcing my retirement now. I love this club it’s been my life since I was 16. I’ve made lifelong friends, met my wife and watched my kids’ faces light up when I tell them they can come to work with dad.
“I’m hoping that by announcing this, it will take some pressure off my coach, my team mates and the club, so we can get back to focusing on what really matters… winning games.
“I will retire as a one club player which I am very proud of. I’m going to finish my career the same way I started - utterly and deeply exhausted - knowing I have tried my best and left it all on the field.”
Eels head coach Stephen Kearney paid tribute to Hindmarsh.
“He’s a guy who pretty much redefined how much work one human being can get through out there on the paddock.
“I don’t know how many times I’ve seen replays of him chasing down wingers and fullbacks, making that last ditch effort that’s the difference between winning and losing matches.
“He’s all about heart and that’s why he’s so respected by everyone who plays the game, as well as loved and admired by those who watch it.
“He’s always put the team and this club first and they are huge shoes to fill.
“It’s been a tough start to the season for us but the lads are focused on improving from here, and making sure Nathan finishes his playing career on a high note.”
Hindmarsh is one of several high-profile players off contract at the end of the year including Justin Poore, Luke Burt, Fuifui Moimoi, Ben Smith and Shane Shackleton.
