David Johnston (born 28 February 1994) is an Irish rugby union player, currently playing for English side Ealing Trailfinders in the RFU Championship. He plays primarily as a fullback, but can also play at fly-half or centre.
Johnston made his debut for Munster on 5 September 2015, starting in the opening game of the 2015âÂÂ16 Pro12 against Benetton. In January 2016, it was announced that Johnston had signed a contract with Munster that will see him join the senior squad from the 2016âÂÂ17 season, firstly on a development contract and then, from 2017âÂÂ18, on a full contract. Johnston was nominated for the 2016 Munster Academy Player of the Year Award.
English RFU Championship side Ealing Trailfinders announced that Johnston would be joining them on a one-year contract for the 2018âÂÂ19 season in April 2018. Johnston made 16 appearances for Ealing in his first season with the club, scoring 5 tries.