Spencer reveals why he left Canes
Spencer, a former first five-eighth who played 35 tests between 1997 and 2004, said he was told by the Hurricanes he would be made redundant when Super Rugby Aotearoa ended. The Hurricanes’ final game is against the Highlanders on August 15.
‘‘Unfortunate times at the moment but was told at the start of lockdown there could be a possibility of losing my job due to finances and uncertainty next year,’’ Spencer said in a statement to NZME.
‘‘[I] Was told last week that due to these reasons I would be made redundant at the end of August. Rather than carry on and finish off the competition I saw this as an opportunity to spend some well needed time with the family and sort out what our next move is.
‘‘[I’m] In no hurry to make any decisions, just want to enjoy time with the family and finally get to watch my kids play some sport.’’
The Hurricanes, who have lost their opening games against the Chiefs and Crusaders in Super Rugby Aotearoa, had the bye last weekend. They will play the Chiefs in Hamilton on Sunday afternoon.