Julie Keegan

Date of birth: 
July 11, 1964

Current state:
NSW

Current club:
St Johns Park

Australian debut:
2007

Cap number:
71

International appearances:
104

International playing achievements:
• 2009 Asia Pacific Championships- Silver medal- Triples
• 2008 World Championships- Gold medal-Fours
• 2008 World Championships- Silver medal- Triples
• 2007 Asia Pacific Championships- Silver medal – Triples
• 2007 Asia Pacific Championships- Bronze medal – Fours

Grand prix playing achievements:
• 2008 NSW Open – Pairs champion
• 2007 QLD Open – Triples champion
• 2007 QLD Open- Fours champion
• 2006 Australian Open – Singles champion

Type of bowl used:
Greenmaster

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Short ends- facts you didn’t know

First tournament win:
2002 Queensland Country Championship Singles

How did you start playing bowls:
I had a bit of a roll up one day with my Dad and got hooked from that day on.

When did you start playing bowls:
2000

Who is your greatest influence in bowls:
Ian Schuback and Norm Carmichael.  They have taught me everything I know and continue to help me to be the best I can be.  They believed in me from the beginning and are great mentors.

Best player you have competed against and why:
Karen Murphy - She is a fierce competitor and when you play against her you know you will always have a great fight on your hands.

Aspirations beyond bowls:
To travel the world

Who is the greatest influence in your life:
My husband Michael and family. Without their support I would definitely not be able to play at this level.  I believe our families are our heroes with what they sacrifice to help us achieve our dreams........

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