Texas quarterback David Ash has written a letter to Texas fans thanking them for their support.
Ash retired from football earlier this month because of repeated head injuries. Texas posted the letter on its website Wednesday evening.
The message reads as follows:
Dear Longhorn Nation,
Being the quarterback at The University of Texas has been a huge blessing and one of the biggest reasons is our fans. Throughout my career, you have been awesome in the good times and the tough times. I've recently fallen on some harder times and am just so grateful that you have continued to support me. I can't thank you enough. The words of encouragement in tweets and messages, and the prayers - just know that they really matter. I am really appreciative of how y'all have treated me, as well as the opportunity to be a part of this great football program.
Growing up, I wasn't necessarily a Longhorn. My parents didn't go to school here so we didn't have any connection to The University of Texas. Now that I have been welcomed into the family, it's a part of who I am, a part of my identity. I wouldn't have it any other way. It's a huge blessing to be a part of the Longhorn family.
I'll always be a supporter of The University of Texas. The alumni and the people that make up the Longhorn family are going to be huge for me in the future. As I get older, I can pass along that special feeling of being a Longhorn.
So a big 'Thank You' to all of Longhorn Nation!
Hook 'em!
David Ash
Ash, a senior, was 15-7 in his 22 starts as a Longhorn. He told reporters last week he hasn't experienced memory loss as a result of his head injuries and was "at peace" with his decision to quit football.
