Richmond assistant coach, Ben Rutten will leave the Tigers at season’s end, to take up a coaching role at the Essendon Football Club.
Rutten arrived at the Tigers at the end of 2014, following a 229-game career at the Adelaide Crows.
“Ben has made a wonderful contribution to our coaching group in his four seasons at our Club,” General Manager – Football, Neil Balme said.
“It’s unfortunate that he will leave Richmond at the end of our season, he has built great relationships with both coaches and players, and played an important role in our premiership success last year.
“However, we’re thankful that Ben has let us know his intentions for the future, and he is focused and committed to his role at Richmond for the remainder of our season.
“We thank Ben for his contribution to Richmond and wish him, his wife Kylie, and his children Jack and Bernie all the best next year."
