{"id":296744,"date":"2023-05-15T02:54:42","date_gmt":"2023-05-15T02:54:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportinfo.pro\/?p=296744"},"modified":"2023-05-15T03:58:47","modified_gmt":"2023-05-15T03:58:47","slug":"olympic-hero-calls-time-on-incredible-journey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportinfo.pro\/?p=296744","title":{"rendered":"Olympic hero calls time on 'incredible journey'"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wallaroos<\/a> captain Shannon Parry has announced that she will retire from international rugby<\/a> following Saturday's Test match against Fijiana at Allianz Stadium.<\/p>\n

Parry's decision comes after an exceptional career in Australian rugby, including dedication to both the rugby sevens<\/a> and XVs games.<\/p>\n

The flanker made her Test debut for the Wallaroos during the 2010 Women's Rugby World Cup match against Wales. She went on to serve as captain of the team during the last three tournaments.<\/p>\n

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\"Emma<\/p>\n

At 33 years of age, Parry will hang up her boots with 24 caps for the Wallaroos.\ufeff<\/p>\n

Parry also co-captained the rugby sevens team to gold at the Rio 2016 Summer Olympics and also co-captained the group at the Tokyo Games.<\/p>\n

In a statement, \ufeffParry reflected on her 13-year journey at the peak of women's international rugby.<\/p>\n

"Representing Australian rugby in both formats of the game has been an incredible journey," she said.<\/p>\n

"The opportunities I've had and the friendships I've made along the way have shaped my life in ways I never expected.<\/p>\n

"Rugby has given me so much \u2013 I will forever cherish the memories and experiences I've collected over the course of my career."<\/p>\n

\"Australia<\/p>\n

Wallaroos head coach Jay Tregonning commended Parry's leadership, stating her absence will leave a large void.<\/p>\n

"Shannon has been an exceptional leader for the Wallaroos, guiding the team with passion and heart," he said.<\/p>\n

"Her commitment to the sport has been unwavering \u2013 she has led by example at every turn.<\/p>\n

"I know I speak for myself, the players and the coaching staff when I say that Shannon will be sorely missed. There will not be a dry eye in the sheds after our Test match. "<\/p>\n

Parry will now take up a role as Rugby Australia's national emerging sevens coach, leading a team \ufeffto the 2023 Commonwealth Youth Games in Trinidad and Tobago in August.<\/p>\n

"Shannon's impact as both a player and a leader has been profound, and her commitment to the game has been exemplary," Rugby Australia CEO Andy Marinos said.<\/p>\n

\"Shannon<\/p>\n

"Her transition from player to coach is one to be celebrated, and I look forward to seeing her career blossom as she represents Rugby Australia in a different capacity.<\/p>\n

"The board and I are grateful for her contributions to the sport and wish her all the best in future endeavours."<\/p>\n

Parry will lead the Wallaroos out for the last time against Fiji on Saturday.<\/p>\n

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