| Carly Jackson | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born | June 23, 1997 Amherst, Nova Scotia, Canada | ||
| Height | 165 cm (5 ft 5 in) | ||
| Position | Goaltender | ||
| PWHL team Former teams | PWHL Seattle | ||
| Playing career | 2015–present | ||
Carly Jackson (born June 23, 1997) is a Canadian ice hockey goaltender for PWHL Seattle of the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL).
In their rookie season with the University of Maine, Jackson was named to the Hockey East All-Academic Team, with a .911 SV% and 2.84 GAA in 27 starts. In 2018, they were named a WHEA All-Star Honourable Mention, after setting a single-season record for wins at the University of Maine. [1] [2] By the time Jackson graduated, they would set the university's all-time records in wins, goals-against average, save percentage, and shutouts. [3] [4]
In April 2020, Jackson was selected third overall by the Buffalo Beauts in the National Women's Hockey League (NWHL) draft. A few days later, they signed their first professional contract with the team for the 2020–21 season. [5] Jackson made 43 saves in their NWHL debut, a 2–1 shootout loss to the Connecticut Whale. [6] After two seasons in Buffalo, Jackson joined the Toronto Six for the 2022–23 season. [7] They would serve as the backup to Elaine Chuli as the Six went on to win the Isobel Cup. [8]
After going undrafted in the 2023 PWHL draft, Jackson signed with PWHL Toronto following their 2023 training camp. [9] During the 2023–24 season, they were the team's third goaltender and dressed for only one game. On July 9, 2024, Jackson signed a one-year contract extension with Toronto. [10] Jackson debuted for the team on April 29, 2025, making 25 saves in a 2-1 shootout victory over the New York Sirens. [11] On July 9, 2025, they signed a one-year contract with PWHL Seattle. [12]
Having played baseball alongside hockey during their childhood, Jackson has been noted for the strength of their glove hand, as well as their speed and stamina. [13]
In their youth, Jackson played for the Cumberland Blues of the Nova Scotia Junior Hockey League. [21] Jackson has worked as social media coordinator for Baseball Nova Scotia. [22]
Jackson identifies as a lesbian [23] and uses she/they pronouns. [24]