Josh Carrington

Josh Carrington (born 25 April 2002) is a Welsh professional rugby union footballer who plays predominantly as a full-back for Premiership Rugby club Bristol Bears.

Professional career. Carrington played as a youngster for Morriston RFC and in the Ospreys Rugby academy before later playing for Swansea RFC. Carrington played for Ospreys A in a friendly against a Scarlets development team in November 2021. He represented Wales at under-18 level.

Carrington played British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCs) Super Rugby for Cardiff Met, predominantly as a full-back but also playing on the wing.

In January 2025, Carrington played for the Welsh Academies U23 in friendly against Wales U20, scoring a try.

He featured in an exhibition match for Bristol Bears in January 2025, prior to signing terms with the club ahead of the 2025-26 season. He had a try-scoring debut for Bristol against Sale Sharks on 13 September 2025 in the Premiership Rugby Cup. He also scored on his league debut in the club's 42-24 victory over Leicester Tigers on 28 September 2025 in the Prem.

Personal life His father Mike played rugby union for Cardiff and Neath, as well as professional rugby league for St Helens R.F.C. He competed in youth athletics, and is a fluent Welsh speaker.