University of Connecticut Athletics
2020 Football Roster

Jersey Number 36
Khyon Gillespie
- Position:
- Running Back
- Height:
- 5-11
- Weight:
- 175
- Class:
- Redshirt Sophomore
- Hometown:
- Hartford, Conn.
- High School:
- Capital Prep Magnet School
2019: Did not see any game action.
High School: Two-time Class S All- State performer (2016 & 2017). Played
on both sides of the ball in high school. In 37 career games, carried the ball 377 times for 3773 yards and 40 touchdowns. Averaged 10.0 yards per carry. Also hauled in 42 receptions for 759 yards and four touchdowns. On defense, secured 110 career tackles including three sacks, nine tackles for loss and nabbed two interceptions.
Personal: A pre-sport management major.
Jason Candle Introductory Press Conference
Monday, December 08
Husky Recap | UConn vs. FAU
Wednesday, November 26
Husky ReConn FAU Postgame
Monday, November 24
Game 12 vs. FAU (2025)
Friday, November 21











