Jack O'Connell (rugby union)

Jack O'Connell (born 1990 in Brussels, Belgium) is an Irish former rugby union player. His preferred position was loosehead prop.

Having come through the Leinster Academy, he made his senior debut in November 2012 against the Glasgow Warriors.^[1]

Early Career & Leinster: Leinster Academy & U20s: O'Connell was a graduate of the Leinster Academy and represented Ireland at the U20 level, winning the RBS Six Nations title during his time with the team.

Senior Debut: He made his senior debut for Leinster against the Glasgow Warriors in November 2012. Professional Rugby Bristol Rugby: After his time with Leinster, O'Connell joined Bristol Rugby in 2014, where he spent four seasons and made 67 appearances, primarily in the Championship. Ealing Trailfinders: In March 2018, he signed a one-year contract with Ealing Trailfinders, moving from Bristol for the next chapter of his career.

International Career:

Ireland U20: O'Connell featured for Ireland at the U20 level, winning twelve caps and a Six Nations title during his tenure.

Retirement: O'Connell eventually called time on his rugby career ^{[2] [3]}