Essendon defender Tayte Pears will not continue his career at the Bombers, after informing the the club he wishes to pursue a career in fire fighting.
Pears said the decision to give the game away was a difficult one, however, a career in the fire brigade had always beenย an ambition of the 26-year-old's.
โThe challenges of the last few yearsย have inhibited my ability toย undertake the demands ofย AFL football andย I feel it is the right time for me to move on with the next stage ofย lifeย in the best interests of my future,โ Pears said.ย
โI really appreciate all the support I have received from my team mates, the members and supporters and wish everyone at Essendon all the best for the future.โ
Pears played 70 games for the Bombers between 2008 and 2015.
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