 East Kilbride Thistle won the Scottish Junior Cup in May 1983 when they beat Bo'ness United at Ibrox Stadium.Gallagher played with Stranraer for 10 years, during which time he captained the team and helped them win the Second Division title (1994) and the League Challenge Cup in 1996.He was awarded a testimonial match, which was against Rangers at Stair Park on 20 July 1997.