Club Statement: James Rose

James Rose will not take part in the 2020 SANFL Statewide Super League Season.

New recruit James Rose has informed the club that he will not be taking the field when play does start in season 2020.

"While it is disappointing that James will not be playing this season, the reality of the current situation is that some players will not be in a position to play." said South Adelaide CEO Neill Sharpe.

"James has a good career opportunity in an industry that has also been impacted by COVID-19 and has chosen to focus on that" 

Rose was signed by the Panthers during the off season after he was delisted having played 14 AFL games with Sydney Swans across five seasons.