Renowned Rugby Union Stalwart Sean Maitland Announces Retirement After Illustrious Career
Experienced Saracens and Scotland speedster Sean Maitland has made the decision to retire from rugby union at the end of the current Premiership season. The 35-year-old has been a fixture in the sport for over a decade, showcasing his skills both domestically and on the international stage.
Born in New Zealand, Maitland’s professional journey began with Canterbury at the age of 17 and he later made his Crusaders debut in Super Rugby at 19. After representing New Zealand’s youth teams and the Maori All Blacks, he made the move to the Northern Hemisphere, joining Glasgow Warriors in 2012 and earning his first Scotland cap the following year. Maitland’s international career with Scotland spanned 53 Test matches, including appearances at the 2015 and 2019 Rugby World Cups.
In 2016, Maitland joined the esteemed Saracens club, where he has spent the past eight years. During his tenure, he has been an integral part of the team, making 147 appearances and helping them secure three Premiership titles and two European crowns. As he prepares to hang up his boots, Maitland expressed his gratitude for the opportunities and experiences he has had at Saracens, calling it a “special place” that he will always treasure.
“Saracens is a special place, and I’ll always treasure the memories and experiences I’ve had here.”
— Sean Maitland
Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall praised Maitland’s contributions, describing him as an “outstanding competitor” on the field and a “brilliant team mate” off it. McCall acknowledged Maitland’s role in upholding the club’s values and stated that he will be greatly missed by the entire organization.
With his retirement announcement, the rugby union community will bid farewell to one of the game’s leading wings, who has left an indelible mark on the sport during his illustrious career.
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