Zach Tuohy will call time on a career that has seen him set the record for the most VFL/AFL games played by an Irish-born player at the end of the season.
The 34-year-old Geelong veteran has played 286 games across two clubs since joining Carlton as an International Rookie selection (pick 73) in the 2010 Rookie Draft from Portlaoise in County Laios.
Tuohy made 120 appearances at the Blues before arriving at GMHBA Stadium in a trade that included Billie Smedts and a swap of picks between the two clubs.
He debuted with the Cats in the opening round of the 2017 season and has since played 166 games, including being a vital part of the 2022 premiership.
“While there is a lot of footy left to play this year, I want to take this opportunity to thank you all the members and fans for their support,”Tuohy said
“I knew when I came to the Cats, I was in for a treat and didn’t think I fully appreciated just how incredible the journey would be.”
Tuohy, who becomes the second retiree after Tom Hawkins, has played 16 of a possible 22 games this year as Geelong has managed his load.
“Zach has been a skilful, durable and flexible player across his eight seasons in the Hoop”,” Geelong football boss Andrew Mackie said.
“He will depart as the Irish games record holder, which is a remarkable achievement for someone who made the decision 15 years ago to leave home to travel across the world to play our game.
“He is a loved and respected teammate and has contributed greatly to the environment of our club.
“We thank Zach, his wife Rebecca and children Flynn and Rafferty for their contribution to our club.”
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