Having signed his first professional contract in December 2015, Connolly played in two Challenge Cup matches in the 2014/15 season, including the quarter-final against Gloucester.
October 2016 saw him extend his stay at Connacht and sign to remain at Sportsground until at least the summer of 2018.
In March 2018 he signed a new deal with Connacht that will see him remain at the club until the end of the 2018/19 season.
He still plies his trade with Connacht.
Career
 |
Carcassonne Openside Flanker |
2020 - present |
 |
Nottingham Rugby Blindside Flanker |
2019 - 2023 |
 |
Connacht Rugby No. 8 |
2014 - 2024 |
