Denver will be the next stop in Jordan Gilles’ lacrosse career.
The Richmond standout was selected 52nd overall by the Colorado Mammoth in Monday’s National Lacrosse League Draft. Gilles enjoyed three outstanding seasons in the B.C. Junior “A” Lacrosse League, helping the Coquitlam Adanacs win back-to-back championships, then had a key role in the Delta Islanders reaching the league finals for just the second time in franchise history.
The Richmond Roadrunner alumni is a standout transition player who also excels at his own end of the floor.
“Jordan has excellent speed and the ability to finish,” said Mammoth president and general manager Steve Govett. “We expect all three of our draft picks to compete for roster spots.”
Gilles was also named the BCJALL’s most sportsmanlike player this past season. The McMath graduate is currently playing for the Langara men’s soccer team.
He won’t have to look far to find a familiar face when he heads to training camp. The Mammoth’s roster features former Islander and Adanac standout Eli McLaughlin who is coming off his rookie season.
