CONNACHT HAVE ANNOUNCED this afternoon that tighthead prop Conor Carey has signed a new contract with the province.
Carey, who joined Connacht from English Championship side Nottingham in the summer of 2o16, will extend his stay in the west, although the length of the extension wasn’t disclosed.
“I am delighted that Conor has extended his contract with us,” said head coach Kieran Keane. “He has been a big powerful player for us so far this season and he is an important part of our squad. He is one of many ambitious young players in our squad and it is great to see him committing to Connacht.”
Carey was born in London but raised in Belfast. He came through the ranks with Ulster and represented Ireland at U20 level, before having spells with Ealing Trailfinders and Nottingham.
The 26-year-old, who has played 25 games for Connacht, said: “I returned to Ireland and signed for Connacht in 2016 and since then I feel I have settled in well to the squad. This is an excellent place to improve and develop to be a better all-round player under the guidance of an excellent coaching staff.
“I want to continue to make regular appearances here and to contribute to the success of Connacht in the future.”
