Jack Ison
Australian rules footballer
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Jack Ison (born 26 March 2007) is a professional Australian rules footballer who plays for the Carlton Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL).
Oakleigh Chargers (Talent League)
| Jack Ison | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal information | |||
| Born | 26 March 2007 | ||
| Original teams |
Parkside (VAFA) Oakleigh Chargers (Talent League) | ||
| Draft | No. 47, 2025 AFL draft | ||
| Debut | Round 10, 2026, Carlton vs. Western Bulldogs, at Docklands Stadium | ||
| Height | 190 cm (6 ft 3 in) | ||
| Position | Midfielder/Forward | ||
| Club information | |||
| Current club | Carlton | ||
| Number | 30 | ||
| Playing career1 | |||
| Years | Club | Games (Goals) | |
| 2026– | Carlton | 8 (3) | |
|
1 Playing statistics correct to the end of round 20, 2026. | |||
| Sources: AFL Tables, AustralianFootball.com | |||
Junior career
Ison played junior football for the Parkside Football Club in the VAFA, playing 110 games at junior level as well as two senior games at the age of 17.[1] Ison played in the Talent League for the Oakleigh Chargers,[2] and represented Vic Metro in the Under 18 Championships.[3]
Ison was part of Carlton's Next Generation Academy, granting them priority access for him at the draft.[4]
AFL career
Ison was bid on at pick 47 of the 2025 AFL draft by North Melbourne, with Carlton matching the bid as he was part of their Next Generation Academy.[5] He was selected to make his debut in round 10 of the 2026 AFL season.[6] He had 15 disposals and kicked a goal on debut.[7]
Personal life
Ison is an Indigenous Australian, of Yorta Yorta and Wiradjuri descent.[8] He is the nephew of Australian rapper Briggs.[9]
Ison attended school at Scotch College.[10]
