Career
Born in Staplestown, County Kildare, Carew first excelled at Gaelic football and hurling in his youth. At club level he played Gaelic football with Saint Kevin"s and hurling with Coill Dubh. In retirement from playing Carew became involved in team management and coaching.
At inter-county level he has served as a selector with the Kildare senior team before later managing the Waterford and Sligo senior teams.