Injury forces Oakes to quit
Oakes played 30 matches for the Falcons following his arrival at Kingston Park in 2006 from National One club Otley, scoring two tries.
The 30-year-old said: "I was totally devastated when I got the news, but the doctors said if I continued playing there was a chance the Achilles might rupture.
"At least I had my time and I can still lead a normal healthy life. I've lived the dream."
Oakes plans to return to his previous career as a gas engineer, running his own business.
The injury has forced the early recall of lock Sean Tomes from his loan spell at Doncaster.
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Injury forces Oakes to quit
