Pennsylvanian back row Matthew Carrion played in Major League Rugby between 2025-2026. He represented the New England Free Jacks (2025) and Anthem RC (2026).

A native of Carlisle, PA, Carrion attended Carlisle high school before enrolling at Life University in 2019. In his first year with the Running Eagles, he helped the team to an ARP title and was selected to represent the USA U18 side. He continued to excel at Life, and was invited to the MLR Rising combine ahead of the 2024 Collegiate Draft, in which he was selected in the 2nd Rd, 14th overall, by the New England Free Jacks.

On December 19th, 2024, the New England Free Jacks confirmed the signing of Matt Carrion for their 2025 season. Carrion spent the 2025 season training and in camp with the Free Jacks, but did not appear at MLR level for the team. He was released by the team following the 2025 season but on 5th May 2026, Anthem RC announced that they had picked up Matt Carrion at the signing deadline for the remainder of the 2026 MLR season.

achievements

• 2024 MLR Draftee: 14th Overall – New England Free Jacks

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