Brett Morris retires from representative football

Playing 15 games for the NSW Blues across seven series, Brett Morris has called time on his Origin career.

Announcing his intentions in an emotional Instagram post, the 30-year-old winger thanked friends and family for their support throughout his time playing at the 'highest level'.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 09: Brett Morris of the Blues laughs during a team photo after a New South Wales Blues Origin training session at Parramatta Stadium on June 9, 2010 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Nolan/Getty Images)

Morris made his VB Blues debut in Game One of the 2010 series, crossing for four tries for NSW.

It was an absolute honour to wear the Blues jersey for one last time. I'm so proud to have been able to represent my state and my family in the toughest arena of all and have now made the decision to retire from rep football. I've loved the journey and made so many good friends along the way. Most of all I want to thank my beautiful family for sticking by me through the good times and the bad. I wouldn't be where I am today without you and I love you with all my heart. #bleedblue #228 #familymattersmost @nswrl1908 @nrl

A post shared by Brett Morris (@bmozzle) on Jul 14, 2017 at 4:16pm PDT