Eric Gillies Explained

Eric Gillies (born August 19, 1952) is a former Canadian ice dancer. With partner Susan Carscallen, he competed at the 1976 Winter Olympics[1] and won the gold medal at the 1977 Canadian Figure Skating Championships.[2]

Gillies was born in Moncton, New Brunswick. He has 3 children, Jean-Simon Désy-Gillies, Ferris Désy-Gillies and Lurick-Alexandre Désy-Gillies. As well as has 2 step-daughters, Coralee Allaert and Rochelle Allaert.

Results

With Susan Carscallen:

Event1974-751975-761976-77
13th
13th 10th 6th
2nd 2nd 1st
8th 6th 3rd

Notes and References

  1. News: Cranston draws top marks but stays fifth overall. 24 October 2010. Ottawa Citizen. 4 March 1976.
  2. News: Favored figure skaters continue to dominate nationals. 24 October 2010. The Leader-Post. 5 February 1977.