Career
Born in, County Westmeath, Clarke first excelled at hurling during his schooling at Coláiste Mhuire Columbia Broadcasting System. He arrived on the inter-county scene at the age of sixteen when he first linked up with the Westmeath minor team, before later joining the under-21 side. He made his senior debut during the 2012 championship. At club level Clarke is a one-time championship medallist with.
Clarke"s brother, Joe, also plays with Westmeath.