Western Bulldogs draftee Aiden O’Driscoll has been compelled to medically retire from the AFL with out enjoying a single recreation after a horror concussion in pre-season coaching.
The No. 55 choose, who recorded the quickest 20m dash time on the 2023 draft mix, was suggested to stop contact sports activities by the AFL’s impartial concussion panel this week.
O’Driscoll had been listed as an indefinite absence on the Bulldogs’ damage record after he suffered a head damage throughout a coaching session in January.
The 18-year-old is the youthful brother of Fremantle AFL and AFLW gamers Nathan and Emma O’Driscoll.
“Western Bulldogs ahead Aiden O’Driscoll has retired from the AFL efficient instantly on medical grounds,” a Bulldogs assertion on Tuesday learn.
“Aiden suffered a big head damage throughout a pre-season coaching session in January.
“Following intensive scientific assessments, investigations and skilled session that included a overview by an impartial medical concussion panel, Aiden has been suggested to retire from contact sports activities within the pursuits of his long-term well being and wellbeing.”
Extra to come back.
