player profile: julie langhorn

How did you come to be playing footy for NDAFC in the inaugural year of the South Coast AFL women’s league?
​​My Husband (Derek) has played for the club for 13 years and I have attended most of his games. I 
became more involved with the club 3 years ago joining the [senior men's] committee, and have been the secretary for 3 years. So therefore, I decided to get behind the women's league and have ended up being a player.

​How are you finding playing physically?
I hadn't done any physical activity since having my 2 boys so it was a real shock to my body! But being 3 months into training I have never felt better, and I am getting use to the whole tackling aspect of the game. 
Is it what you thought it would be?
Yes and No! I was worried about the tackling and shoving but once someone does it to you a few times you are like, well, I can do that too!
Who’s your favourite AFL team, men’s or women’s?
Family pressure would make me a Carlton Supporter [ :( ]
Favourite music?
I am loving the 80's
Favourite place to eat out?
Anywhere where someone else does the cooking is great
Favourite ‘ME TIME’ thing to do...
That would now have to be footy training! But I also enjoy reading a good book
If you could change one thing...
I wish I had gotten into sport earlier - there is nothing better then feeling part of a team!
Favourite quote or inspirational words...
It's a little sappy but fitting for what Derek has given up for me to play footy...
​​"​Love is taking a few steps backwards maybe even more....to give way to the happiness of the person you love."
What do you like about NDAFC?
I love that it is a family based club! Being a Mum of 2 young boys there is nothing better than a Saturday at the footy where you know your kids are welcome and looked after. 
Lastly, who do you nominate for the next profile, and what is one question you would ask?
Eef Den Boer (Dutchy) 
What made you try AFL along with your Soccer & what do you love about the game?​