The power athlete has played five seasons of senior women’s football, after falling in love with Aussie Rules as a child.

She made her debut for Melbourne’s women’s team earlier this year and prides herself on her ability to cover the ground, as well as provide an option up forward.

Senior women’s coach Damien Keeping says Gillespie-Jones has a solid pair of hands and has the capability to make her own space.

“Kate’s strength in the marking contest, coupled with her ability to burst through congested packs makes her a difficult match-up for any opposition,” Keeping said.

Welcome, Kate!

Age: 25

Height: 179cm

Weight: 77kg

Position: Multi-positional

Club: Seaford Tigerettes

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