On Monday, Ravens executive vice president and general manager Eric DeCosta announced the hiring of Dr. Nick Gill as vice president of team health and performance. The newly created position will oversee strength and conditioning, medical, nutrition and exercise science under a fully integrated system.
Known as ‘Geely’, he has over two decades of elite high performance experience, including nearly 20 years with the New Zealand All Blacks.
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DeCosta said this when he hired Dr. Gill:
“We are delighted to welcome Dr Nick Gill to the Crows family as Vice President, Health and Performance. Gilly is an accomplished leader who has demonstrated a deep ability to impact the New Zealand All Blacks as a strength and fitness specialist for over 18 years, including two World Cup titles. As an expert in high-level performance, Gilly’s ability to lead an integrated and collaborative staff and build strong and lasting relationships with players makes him a perfect fit for this newly created role. Health and PerformanceThe support of our players is vital and we trust Nic Gill to keep us moving forward as an industry standards organization. Congratulations to Gilley and his wife, Mel, as they begin their next chapter in Baltimore, and thank you to everyone who assisted me in this international search, especially Sashi Brown and Steve Clagett,” DeCosta said.
Dr. Gill said:
“I’ve been extremely fortunate in my career and I don’t make a move like this lightly. What the Ravens feel is right, straight away – the personnel, the standards and the way they care about their players. I’m excited to get to work and build real relationships to help players stay healthy, available and play their best football.”
“Coming to the NFL from New Zealand is a big transition for me and my family, but one we’re really excited about. The Ravens have a strong reputation for doing things the right way, and I’m excited for the opportunity to bring my knowledge and experience here, learn from everyone around me, and contribute to something special in Baltimore.”
By establishing this role and searching internationally for the right fit, the Ravens have made it clear that player health and performance remain a priority moving forward. Bringing on a globally recognized leader with experience at the highest level reflects the organization’s continued investment in establishing a comprehensive, modern approach to keeping players healthy and available throughout the season.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ravens hire Dr. Nic Gill as vice president of health and performance
