Lauren Arnell Carlton

Age: 29

Position: Midfield/For ward

Nickname: Loz

How long have you been playing AFL? 12 years

What’s been your gnarliest injury to date? Completely ruptured ligament in my ankle.

Professional AFL players need: The ability to embrace mistakes so that you can learn from them. Job off the field: I was formerly a PE teacher. Now I work for AFL Victoria as education and training manager. What’s your secret party trick? Catching food in my mouth.