Jack Stretton


Jack Kirk Stretton is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for National League club Truro City.

Club career

Derby County

Stretton made his debut for Derby County as a substitute in a 1–1 draw with Wycombe Wanderers on 28 November 2020.
On 8 March 2021, Stretton joined National League side Stockport County on loan for a month. On 9 March 2021, Stretton came off the bench to score on his debut in 5–0 away win against Solihull Moors.
He scored his first goal for Derby in a 2–1 loss at Peterborough United on 14 August 2021.
On 4 August 2022, Stretton joined EFL League Two club Carlisle United on a season-long loan deal.

Stockport County

On 7 January 2023, Stretton was recalled from his loan at Carlisle to allow him to return to Stockport County for an undisclosed fee on a two-and-a-half-year deal.
In July 2023, manager Dave Challinor revealed that Stretton had suffered an ACL injury and would therefore miss the majority of the 2023–24 season.
On 27 September 2024, Stretton joined National League side Oldham Athletic on a short-term loan until January 2025. Having struggled for game time, he was recalled on 24 October 2024, joining Woking on a one-month loan the following week. He was recalled by Stockport County on 31 December 2024. Stretton departed the club on 31 January 2025.

Burton Albion

On 28 February 2025, Stretton joined League One side Burton Albion on a short-term deal until the end of the season. He departed the club at the end of his short-term deal.

Morecambe

On 19 June 2025, Stretton joined National League side Morecambe as manager Derek Adams' first signing of the summer.

Drogheda United

On 28 August 2025, Stratton signed for League of Ireland Premier Division club Drogheda United until the end of their season in November.

Truro City

On 15 January 2026, Stretton signed for National League side Truro City.

International career

Stretton has represented Scotland at U19 level.

Honours

Stockport County