Jill Scott, a football champion who helped England win the Euros, has embraced her fame by participating in various entertainment shows like ITV’s I’m A Celeb and Sky’s A League Of Their Own. She is happy to be in the limelight if it encourages young girls to pursue their dreams. Jill, who retired from football after over 150 caps for England, enjoys working with her heroes like Roy Keane and Gary Neville. Her fiancee, Shelly Unitt, runs a coffee shop where she often helps out, supporting grass roots football and youth work projects.
Jill recently appeared on Sky’s A League Of Their Own: Mexican Road Trip with fellow team captain Jamie Redknapp. They engaged in various activities like wrestling, baseball, and scuba diving. Jill’s career has spanned from winning the women’s UEFA Euros at Wembley to becoming the Queen of the Jungle on I’m A Celeb. She cherishes her experiences with iconic figures in the sports industry like Roy Keane and Gary Neville and is grateful for what she has achieved so far.
Despite her fame, Jill remains connected to her roots in Sunderland, where she developed her love for football. She supports initiatives to provide equal access to football for girls and advocates for saving FA Cup replays to support lower league clubs. Jill also participated in a BBC Children in Need campaign to fund youth work projects, reminiscing about the role her local youth club played in her career. She encourages children to engage in physical activities and values the importance of community spaces for young people.
In her personal life, Jill and her fiancee are focusing on wedding planning and managing their coffee shop business. Although she struggles with injuries due to her football career, Jill remains active by going for long walks and staying fit. She continues to engage in charity work and supports initiatives that benefit lower league clubs and communities. Jill looks forward to the future while appreciating the opportunities she has had in her career, staying humble despite her success.
