'So upsetting': Young gun's brain scare rocks AFL world
Richmond player Jack Higgins is in hospital after being diagnosed with bleeding on his brain.
According to media reports, the cause is unknown and the AFL club will release a statement on Wednesday.
Higgins has not been in their AFL team since round 13 and he is understood to have had headaches after Sunday's VFL match.
The 20-year-old made his AFL debut last year and has played 13 senior games this season for a career total of 33.
He won the AFL's goal of the year award last season.
However, following this latest scary development there are concerns Higgins won't play again this season.
The young gun has received an outpouring of support from fans on social media.
So upsetting to hear the news about Jack Higgins 💔
— sophia 🐯 (@sophdaniellex) July 16, 2019
Thoughts with Tiger Jack Higgins, a great kid. Believe he has been making calls to mates tonight so feeling OK, but he is not expecting to play again this year. Some bleeding on the brain, headaches following game on weekend. Get well soon, Jack. @7NewsMelbourne
— Mark Stevens (@Stevo7AFL) July 16, 2019
The Jack Higgins news is so scary, reminds you how truly fragile life is and what actually matters! Praying for him, his family and @Richmond_FC that his beautiful unique character and undeniable talent is back to captivating us as soon as possible 💛🖤
— Amber (@bam_123_) July 16, 2019
Jack Higgins is facing an indefinite period on the sidelines after scans revealed he has bleeding on his brain. Here’s hoping for a quick recovery 🤞💛🖤 #GoTiges #AFL pic.twitter.com/A5AvgdE5qV
— SportsbyFry (@sportsbyfry) July 16, 2019
Jack Higgins, a young star with a huge future.
The Tiger Army are here with you through your tough times. 🐯💛@Richmond_FC @RichmondVFL #AFL pic.twitter.com/OJuPnVAT9F— Trifo (@djtrifo) July 16, 2019
First Nic and now Jack Higgins. Wishing both a speedy recovery
— Victor Yong (@BigV2011WCE) July 16, 2019
Hoping Jack Higgins gets better soon and comes out smiling. His health is a priority🐯🐯🐯#gotiges
— Mark (@tigertuffmark) July 16, 2019
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