James Gillespie

James Gillespie

  • Award
    Defensive Performer
  • Week Of
    11/20/2023
  • Sport
    Football
  • School
    Union College
  • Year
    Junior
  • Position
    Defensive Back
  • Hometown
    Boston, Mass.
  • High School
    Roxbury Latin
Union College junior defensive back James Gillespie was the difference maker in the Garnet Chargers 24-16 win over Delaware Valley University in the first round of the NCAA Division III Tournament on Saturday with four solo tackles and two interceptions. Gillespie intercepted the Aggies on DelVal's opening the drive of the game. In the final seconds of the second quarter, Gillespie intercepted a pass at midfield, running it back 50 yards for a touchdown.