London Scottish player-coach James Brown has announced his decision to retire from rugby.
Player-coach leaves Scottish after four years
London Scottish player-coach James Brown has announced his decision to retire from rugby.
The former England Sevens international has spent four years at the Exiles, having had previous spells at Coventry, London Irish and Worcester Warriors.
And having guided the club to two promotions in three seasons and then helped Scottish retain their place in the RFU Championship, Brown has now decided to step away.
Brown, who combined playing with coaching the backs, said: "I've had an amazing four years playing and coaching at London Scottish and have memories I will never forget; two promotions in three years, the last-minute try at Barking and the last game of the season decider v Esher to name a few.
"After fulfilling my promise to Rod Lynch and Malcolm Gillespie when I first joined to get Scottish to the Championship in four years, I feel it's time to work out what's next for me.
Successful
"I'd like to thank everyone who's been involved during my time here and wish them all the best for what I know will be a successful season for them next year."
Scottish head coach Simon Amor has praised Brown for all his efforts during his time at the club.
"Brownie has been not just an outstanding player but also coach and leader throughout his time at London Scottish," he said.
"He has been an integral part of the clubs success over the past four years contributing so much on the field of play which is where the supporters would have seen him most.
"However he has had just as much impact off the field through his coaching of the team and mentoring of young fly-halves such as Dan Mugford and Craig Ratford who I know feel incredibly fortunate to have worked with a player of Brownie's experience.
"I would publicly like to thank him for the great support he has given to myself over the past two years as I have made the transition to head coach at the club and while it is sad to see him leave he undoubtedly has the potential to coach at the highest level of the game and I, along with everyone at the club, wish him the very best of luck in his next career step."
