Fremantle Dockers forward Sam Switkowski is retiring from the game at age 29. He made the statement. The decision arrived right on the eve of the finals series. He will finish his time with the club when this season ends. The announcement took many by surprise.
Family is his primary focus. He chose to step away to spend more time with them. The club called Switkowski a key player. He remains for the finals. His time on the field with Fremantle concludes when the team completes the year.