Ben Marshall to retire from rugby based on medical advice

Connacht Rugby has today announced that Ben Marshall is to retire from professional rugby based on medical advice following a concussion injury.

“Unfortunately, my time as a player has come to an end earlier than I would have wished," commented Ben on the news.

"It has been a difficult time not being able to play since the injury but having had some time away from the game, I can appreciate how fortunate I’ve also been in my career."

“...I am looking forward to continuing in my financial studies and the new career path that is ahead of me, but I will always be appreciative of the lessons that Willie (Ruane) and Pat (Lam) taught me during my time at Connacht Rugby.”

The 26-year-old joined Connacht Rugby at the start of the 2015/16 season. He was unfortunate with injuries during that campaign meaning his game time was limited to five appearances.

He scored his first try at the Sportsground in the European Challenge Cup win over French side Brive in November 2015.