I had surgery on my right knee when I was about 14, and it’s held up surprisingly well ever since. Lately, however, it has started acting up again, and after a single game it can take up to two weeks to recover. On top of that, I’ve been dealing with back problems for several years. The desire to play is still very much there, but my body can no longer handle it, and that’s what ultimately forces me to stop playing. A big thank you to all the players I’ve shared the years with in Raivo’s team. The motivation is still strong, but now I need to preserve my body for basic physical activity.