Gareth O'Brien feared multiple concussions could end his career but now intends on starring in Leigh’s Super League revival.
The experienced half-back, 31, made his Leopards’ debut in Friday’s opening night 20-10 loss against former club Salford. It wasn’t the result the promoted club were after on their top-flight return but for O’Brien it’s just key he’s playing again. He missed a raft of games with Castleford last year after a number of head knocks.
Asked if at any point it looked like he wouldn’t be able to carry on playing, O’Brien admitted: “Yes. And whenever I’ve had one, I have gone to a specialist. He’s outlined the risks and things. I just have to go off how I feel now. If I feel good, I’ll play. If I’ve got any symptoms I won’t. That's what I have to go by.”
