Jack Carty to retire at end of season

Connacht fly-half Jack Carty has announced he will retire from professional rugby at the end of the current season, bringing to a close a long career spent almost entirely with his home province.

Jack Carty To Retire At End Of Connacht Career

Carty will step away as Connacht’s all-time leading points scorer, having amassed 1,260 points in 231 appearances across 15 seasons. The 33-year-old has been one of the most recognisable figures in the province’s modern era and played a central role in Connacht’s growth over the past decade.

His retirement marks the end of a career that included leadership responsibilities with the province and a sustained spell as Connacht’s first-choice fly-half. Carty also represented Ireland 11 times and was part of the national squad at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan.

Connacht Record Holder Leaves Lasting Legacy

Carty’s time with Connacht included some of the biggest moments in the club’s recent history, including the PRO12 title-winning era and the continued development of the province’s identity on and off the field. He also served as Connacht captain from 2022 to 2024.

A product of Buccaneers and Marist College, Carty’s journey from local rugby to provincial and international level made him one of Connacht’s standout homegrown success stories.

Final Months Still To Play This Season

Despite announcing his retirement, Carty made clear that his focus remains on the remainder of the campaign.

"After 15 seasons with my boyhood club all good things understandably have to come to an end..

"As I reflect back on my time in Connacht Rugby, I feel fortunate to have been a part of the transformation we have all witnessed.

"From the excitement of the old Clan Stand opening, getting stranded in Siberia, the ecstasy of winning the PRO12, playing for my country and the Dexcom Stadium grand opening - it’s been filled with so many highs. There have been times for reflection, regret and disappointment."