The Club wishes to advise that following recent tests, it has been confirmed that Mark ‘Choco’ Williams has been diagnosed with Lymphoma.

Mark will shortly begin treatment while continuing to carry out his role at the Club as Senior Development Coach.

“As we always do at Richmond, we’ll support Mark and his family during this time,” Dan Richardson, Richmond’s General Manager of Football said.

Mark, his wife Pauline and their family wish to thank in advance the Richmond Football Club and wider AFL community for their understanding, best wishes and support during this time.

Mark will not make any further comment during this time and the Club asks to respect the privacy of Mark and his family.