Brodie Jones retires from rugby league, plans to pursue golf
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 5:25 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Newcastle Knights forward Brodie Jones confirmed his retirement from rugby league after 92 NRL games, playing his last match on September 20. Jones appeared in the NSW Cup preliminary final against Newtown Jets, which resulted in a 30-14 loss for the Knights. After recovering from foot surgery, he returned to play a total of 10 matches this season but now shifts his focus to a potential career in professional golf. Jones had previously indicated interest in golf during his time off from rugby, asserting he has a pathway in mind.
- •Brodie Jones officially retires after 92 NRL games with Newcastle Knights.
- •Jones played his last match on September 20 against Newtown Jets.
- •He underwent foot surgery earlier this year, impacting his career.
- •Jones plans to pursue a professional golf career following his retirement.
- •The Knights were eliminated from the NSW Cup in the preliminary final.
- 5:25 AMZero Tackle NRL — Knights forward makes call on career, aspires chance in new sport
"The decision about his rugby league career was confirmed on Saturday.
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