Jay Gillies, a robust footballer born in Scotland on the 2nd of May, 2008, is a skilful mainstay in the Motherwell defence. As fresh faced as they come in professional football, at the tender age of 17, Gillies has showcased a clever ability to read the game, often putting in performances that belie his young years. His preferred position is central defence- the heart of the defence, where the opponents' offensive threats are frequently tackled head-on.
He faithfully dons the number 36 jersey, a number steadily gaining recognition among the fans of the club for Gillies' commendable defensive contributions on the pitch. Standing at a respectable 5ft 10in (or 1.8m), Gillies is not the most towering of figures in defence, an aspect of the game where height is often favoured. Yet, what he might lack in height, he more than makes up for with his determination and quick-thinking.
His healthy weight of 12st 3lb (approximately 78kg) lends itself nicely to the physical challenges of the sport, and particularly to his position as a central defender, where strength in the challenge and good aerial ability are key. Whilst young, and still learning and responding to the high demands of the sport, Jay Gillies is already showing signs of a potential professional football career of significant promise.
