Name: Maddy McMahon
Nickname: Maddy
Hometown: Geelong
Other sports you play/have played: Basketball and netball
Do you have a job outside of footy? Student and Mum.
When did you first think that playing AFLW was a real option for you? I watched the first year of AFLW and remember thinking how much I would love to play. I didn’t really think It would happen as I had young children but I went to a trial very unfit and people believed in me and supported me.
Which teammate has helped you the most? All of my teammates help me. They drive me to be a better footballer and person and they have all supported me when things are tough.
Who have been your role models? My Mum and Gran
Favourite footy memory: The first Cats AFLW game at GMHBA Stadium was very special.
Favourite AFLW player from another club: Chloe Molloy
Favourite athlete: Elyse Perry
Fun fact: My nickname in my u/16 VIC basketball team was Rowdy because I didn’t talk. I think I was too scared of the coach!!
What’s your go-to karaoke song: Savage Garden - Truly Madly Deeply
One talent you wish you had: A good musician
Do you have any pets? Rabbit named Flopsy
Favourite movie: Raising Helen
Favourite TV show: Seinfeld
Netflix, Stan, Disney+ or Prime: Disney+
You’re stuck on a deserted island with two of your teammates and have to find your way back to civilisation. Who do you hope is with you: Renee Garing and Phoebe McWilliams
