Carter was born in Hereford and represented his county at both football and cricket.

Her older brother James represented Scotland at cricket up to U19 level.

His twin brother John also represented Ireland at cricket.

Three of them also represented Ireland at cricket.

He represented the British Army at cricket, soccer, rugby and squash.

In his later years there he represented the school at rugby and cricket and won prizes for swimming.

Ross represented the university at both cricket and squash but did not complete his studies after joining the Royal Navy in 1941.

His son Robert also represented Ireland at cricket.

He also represented his state at cricket, appearing in eight first class matches from 1947/48 to 1949/50.

He attended Charterhouse School and represented the school at cricket.