Nikki has a deep heritage with Mt Lofty. Her dad Herman de Roos used to play here in the number 13 guernsey and was a President in his retired footy years. In fact he honoured us with his presence for the life member coin toss on 13 Aug 2022 against Onkas. He is a life member of HAU and MLDFC. Her mum Glenda was also heavily involved for many years, and her two brothers Simon and Cory, also played here.
Being a trainer in her 20s in the Downsey era, Nikki was also involved in junior and HFL teams before returning to netball. Nikki ran on the wing for the Devs in the “Champagne Cup”, a female football match in the hills (Mt Lofty vs Blackwood) before female football leagues began.
Fast forward, Nikki now has 3 years Head Trainer experience with the Sturt FC SANFLW side, before moving to West Adelaide SANFLW in a health and wellbeing role. Her realisation of love and dedication in being a trainer has brought Nikki back home to Mt Lofty….and boy does she really feel like she is home already!
Nikki is really hoping to honour her family by continuing on their legacy at Lofty
Welcome back to the Devils Nikki, give ‘em Hell mate 🔥