Name: Nina Morrison
Nickname: Nins, Nini, Nin – or any other variation
Hometown: Ocean Grove / Williamstown
Junior club: Geelong Falcons / St Marys
Do you study? Just finished my undergraduate degree at Deakin. Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science majoring in Mathematical Modelling
Other sports you play/have played: Played soccer and tennis at school from Years 7-12
Which teammate has helped you the most?
Georgie Rankin – living together since 2019 we have formed a really special friendship and have shared all the highs and lows of the last few years.
Meg McDonald – has helped my football development tremendously as well as being a close support throughout rehab.
Best advice you’ve ever received: This too shall pass
Who have been your role models? In the last couple of years, and as women’s sport has been given more of a platform, I’ve found it awesome to have female athletes in various other sports as role models
Favourite footy memory: Our first ever AFLW game with a big crowd at GMBHA Stadium. Also my first interstate win – Gold Coast game in Mackay 2020.
Favourite AFLW player from another club: Tyla Hanks
Favourite athlete: Ellie Carpenter and Sam Kerr
Fun fact: I love table tennis
What’s your go to karaoke song: The thought of doing karaoke gives me anxiety.
One talent you wish you had: Singing / playing a musical instrument.
Do you have any pets? If so, tell us about them: G (Rankin) has her puppy Nala – not really my pet but I’ll claim it. We also have four chickens.
Favourite movie: Chasing Mavericks, Coach Carter
Favourite TV show: The Office
Netflix, Stan, Disney+ or Prime: Netflix usually, but Prime is often great for a sport doco
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 and why:
Renee and Julz. I reckon Renee would have a good chance of helping us survive and figure out how to get back. Julz for entertainment
Follow Nina on Social Media
Instagram: @ninamorrison_
