Connacht Rugby captain Cian Prendergast has extended his contract with the club for another three years.
The 24-years-old, who has made a huge impression at Dexcom Stadium since making his debut against Edinburgh in 2020, says he is “thrilled” to commit his future to Connacht.
“I’ve enjoyed every minute since arriving here four years ago, and with the new stadium and high performance centre on the way, there’s a very exciting future ahead.
“I can’t wait to play my part in that and represent the people of Connacht for at least another three seasons, and give them the success we believe is possible.”
The former Newbridge College and Ireland Schools’ captain, who is the older brother of Leinster’s Sam, made an immediate impression in College Road since arriving in 2020 when he signed with the Academy.
Making his senior professional debut the same season away to Edinburgh in October, it was the first of 10 appearances that year.The following season he signed his first Pro contract, and there was no looking back for the dynamic backrow player.
He started 20 of the club’s 24 matches that season, while also made his senior Irish debut against Fiji during the 2022 Autumn Nations Series – the first of three caps for his country to date.Head coach Pete Wilkins, who named Prendergast as captain this season, says the backrow player “inspires those around him”.
“Keeping Cian at Connacht for three more seasons is massive news for the club. He’s a natural leader who raises standards every day, on and off the field.“His continual drive for self-improvement means that at just 24 the best years of his career are still ahead of him, so I’m delighted that he’ll be wearing the green of Connacht in that time.”
