Jess Gleeson DLR Waves
5. Jess Gleeson

Jess Gleeson is our club captain and a superb leader in the team. The centre back signed for Waves in 2021 and was awarded player of the year in her first season. She would be made club captain in 2022 and has been a pivotal player for the team in her tenure here. Gleeson is the most decorated player at the club having won trophies with Wexford Youths an Shelbourne. She has played UWCL football and has been capped for Ireland at senior level.

Q&A

What is Your Preferred Position?
Center Back

What Other Teams Have You Played For?
Local: Villa FC, Tramore FC
National League: Wexford Youths, Shelbourne

What Teams Do You Support?
Liverpool, Waterford FC

What Music Do You Listen to to Get Up For A Game?
Whatever is on in the dressing room

Favourite Footballer of All Time?
Danny Agger

Do You Like Any Other Sports?
GAA, Golf

Favourite Moment of Your Footballing Career?
Winning the League and Cup for the first time with Wexford and playing in the Champions League for the first time