Gerry Collins (footballer)

Gerard Collins (12 March 1955 – 20 May 2024) was a Scottish football player and coach. A defender and midfielder, he played for Stranraer, Albion Rovers, Ayr United, Hamilton Academical, and Partick Thistle.

Playing career
Collins played for Stranraer, Maryhill, St Roch's, Albion Rovers, Ayr United, Hamilton Academical and Partick Thistle.

At Hamilton, Collins began as a midfielder but converted to a defender after one season. He won the Division 1 title with Hamilton in 1986 and 1988, serving as club captain. He was a part-time player, also working as a taxi driver.

Coaching career
Collins retired from playing to become assistant manager of Partick Thistle. He then became manager of Falkirk. He later managed Partick, and also Junior side Glenafton Athletic.

Death
Collins died following a long illness on 20 May 2024, at the age of 69.