Jermaine McGillvary: Career in Focus

Ahead of his potential 350th career appearance this weekend, we look back at the career of Jermaine McGillvary. 

The year is 2010, the location is Odsal Stadium in Bradford, and a struggling Bulls welcome a Giants team on the up and pushing the big sides all the way. The majority of the season saw a not too unfamiliar name don the number 2 jersey, Leroy Cudjoe taking the wing spot in his early days for the club, but there was a new name emerging trying to steal the wing spot from Cudjoe, his name… Jermaine McGillvary. 

After already making 30 appearances for Batley and a further 11 for Barrow it was time for the Huddersfield Born winger to walk on the pitch in the famous Claret and Gold but for now with the number 27 on his back. A brace was the outcome for the 22-year-old and a comfortable win started to condemn the Bulls whilst the Giants thrived.

INTERCEPTION! 👐👋@J_mcGillvary showing what he's all about before Denver next week... pic.twitter.com/AlODHFT7Rb
— Betfred Super League (@SuperLeague) June 16, 2018

A promotion to number 20, but more importantly starting roles in many of the Giants fixtures during the 2011 season saw the bulldozing back break his way onto the Super League scene. 17 tries complemented 30 appearances for his home town team, and an Albert Goldthorpe rookie of the year award was his prize after a sensational season.

Jerry's an absolute beast 👊@J_mcGillvary making more metres than anybody else at #RLWC2017 pic.twitter.com/xzRcNFobx9
— Betfred Super League (@SuperLeague) November 20, 2017

2012 was a tricky period for Jermaine, playing a lot of the season with ankle problems but that didn’t stop him earning the number 5 jersey for the following season and starting on the wing for Huddersfield during that year, fondly remember as one of the best for the club. The League Leaders Shield party still fondly remembered by players and fans alike.

By the time McGillvary was set to make his 100th appearance for Huddersfield, he had finally taken his place on the right wing in the number 2 jersey he has made his own, it was 2014 and Castleford awaited a tough test. A try in a pulsating game for the winger arguably settled the tie as much as any other point, with the Giants walking away 1-point winners. Confidence flowed through the side and in particular through the winger and it was clear to see

Turning points are seen in every sport, in every team and in every individual, 2015 was such a time for Jerry. Top try scorer, Dream-Team inclusion and an England call-up were just some of the achievements reached by the now ever-present winger. 

When Steve McNamara announced his 17-man squad for the England vs New Zealand decider at the DW Stadium, few would imagine changes to a side that were holding the current the world number two. In a 1-all in a series with plenty ups and downs, but McNamara showed his hand and put in the Super League top try scorer for his debut. A tough game in tough conditions meant McGillvary’s workload wasn’t at all small, with carries from the back very important and it was that intensity and smart play that allowed England to win the game and the Huddersfield man to claim stake to the England no. 2 jersey.

Who else but @J_mcGillvary to secure the victory for @Giantsrl 🔥💪 #SLHkrHud pic.twitter.com/Vb5jO7ltvI
— Betfred Super League (@SuperLeague) July 20, 2019

Two years later, probably saw the current best of a fantastic career, to this point. World Cup inclusion wasn’t a shock for any Super League fan, but maybe the powers Down Under hadn’t realised the damage of the man who had been making inroads in the Super League for years. An outstanding World Cup saw the Huddersfield-born winger reach the World Cup final. 

McGillvary has remained a Giants fan-favourite ever since, and has been continued to score tries for the Giants. He celebrated his 300th appearance in 2019, and has remained an ever-present in the Giants side. Now, in 2022, he looks set to make his 350th appearance and continues to thrill Huddersfield Giants fans and terrifying opposition fans alike. 

How do I get tickets for the Giants clash with Hull FC? 

After Huddersfield Giants' spectacular Betfred Super League start, winning four of five games, the Claret & Gold face a trip to Humberside to face off against Hull FC on Sunday 20th March at 3:00pm. The Giants were dominant in their win last time out against Castleford Tigers, winning 36-24 and now look to secure their best start to a Super League season since 2013 with a win on the East Coast. 

Tickets for the Giants trip to the MKM Stadium to face Hull FC are now on sale from the Giants Online Ticketing Portal, by calling the Giants Ticket Office on 01484 484159 or by visiting the Ticket Office in person. 

Ticket Prices in Full

Adults £28

Senior Citizens £22

Students £22

Junior Under 17s £12

Under 5s FREE

Junior Away Voucher £5

Ambulant Disabled/Carer Relevant Price/FREE

Disabled Wheelchair/Carer Relevant Price/FREE

Junior Season Card holders must obtain their Junior Away Voucher through us by showing their Season Card - they will not be accepted at Hull FC on the Day. Remember only Under 17 Season Card holders qualify for the Junior Away Voucher

Tickets will stay on sale until 3:00pm on Friday 18th March 2022. We advise all supporters to purchase from ourselves as this may be a busy game and we are unsure whether there will be any cash turnstiles on the day. We advise all supporters who wish to travel by coach to book early to avoid disappointment. 

Travel News

Tickets for Coach Travel to the MKM Stadium are available from the Giants Ticket Office. We advise all supporters who wish to travel by coach to book early to avoid disappointment. 

Coach tickets are available for £17, and will depart from the John Smith's Stadium at 12:00 Noon and from Bays A, B or C at the Bus Station at 12:15pm

We advise all supporters who wish to travel via Coach to book early to avoid disappointment.