WHITEHAVEN Rugby League FC have announced the departure of hooker Josh Eaves from the LEL Arena.
In a statement the club confirmed that the departure was 'as per the players request'.
They said: "Whitehaven Rugby League can confirm we have agreed to release Josh Eaves from his contract as per the players request.
"The club are disappointed and did not want to lose Josh but understand his reasons for the release.
"When Josh signed for the club he was starting a teaching degree at university and his placement made him available for training.
"Upon returning for pre season training Josh informed the coaching staff that he would struggle to make any further training sessions due to his placement being changed after the Christmas period.
After some deliberation with Josh and the coaching staff it was agreed by all parties the best thing to do was agree to the release.
"All at the club would like to wish Josh well in his future endeavours both on and off the field."
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