Evan McGillis started his football career with four years in the Burlington Minor Football League (BMFL).
He then played for the Nelson Jr. Lords in the Halton Secondary School Athletic Association (HSSAA) for two years before joining the senior Lords this past fall season.
The defensive end also played in the Ontario Football Conference (OFC) with the junior varsity Burlington Stampeders in their summer program.
Evan is also participating in this yearās Fox 40 Prospect Challenge āto gain additional experience and a possible future in CIS.ā
The 2018 graduate is also hoping to find his name on the CFC100 list.
During the offseason, the Stampeder takes part in the Super Elite Football Camp and does CrossFit three to four times a week.
On the field, his idol is Ray Lewis because of his intensity, his desire to win, his commitment to his team and the way he gives back to his community through youth programs.
āI love the physical aspects and the mental challenges of the game,ā explained Evan, āand the teamwork involved in reaching common goals.ā
Evan McGillis
Position: Defensive end
Height/Weight: 5ā11ā, 210lbs
Teams: Burlington Stampeders (OFC) and Nelson Lords (HSSAA)
Class: 2018
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