Inspirational Craig Clarke announces retirement Pat Lam “Craig could see the potential we have as a young team and he wanted to be a part of that. He was continuously driving standards and challenging areas that needed to be challenged. His consistent, high class performances on the pitch meant he earned massive respect from the outset.”

Craig Clarke announces retirement Connacht Rugby today announced that Craig Clarke has confirmed his retirement from professional rugby. The New Zealand born lock has suffered a number of concussions over an extended period of time which has contributed to his decision. The 30-year-old former Waikato Chiefs captain is acting on the medical advice of a […]