23-06-2025
New role for former Carlisle United defender
Former Carlisle United defender Gary Miller has landed a new role in Scotland.
The ex-Blues right-back has been appointed as head of youth academy and emerging talent at Greenock Morton.
Miller, previously head of youth at Alloa Athletic, now links up with Scottish Championship club Morton.
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The 38-year-old's arrival has been welcomed by his new club, who claim Miller will bring "fresh, innovative and progressive plans to the Greenock Morton FC academy."
The club's general manager, Dale Pryde-MacDonald, said: 'Gary was a really strong candidate from the off, so we are delighted to have him on board.'
'He brings with him a wealth of experience as a player and coach and will add a freshness and a new leadership within the academy which will hopefully allow the young players to thrive.
"He also has good knowledge of how the behind-the-scenes mechanics of running an academy works which was imperative and this will be a strong addition to the football club.'
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Miller said he was "excited" by the move and added: "Developing young talented players is has always been a part of the game I enjoy, and I look forward to working with the dedicated staff, players, and wider Morton community to create an environment where our young footballers can aim to thrive on the pitch."
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Miller was on United's books in the 2018/19 season in League Two.
After joining from Plymouth Argyle, the defender made 22 appearances under John Sheridan and Steven Pressley, and scored once.
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His other clubs in his playing career included Falkirk, Partick Thistle, St Johnstone, Ross County, Livingston and Ayr United.
He has since enjoyed coaching roles at Partick and Falkirk.
