Matt Rowell has praised his loving family for their influence and love for him. Suns superstar Matt Rowell and his mum Louise celebrate Gold Coast’s win over the Bulldogs on the eve of Mother’s Day. Credit: AFL Photos“She had told me that a lot of times since that interview,” Rowell said with a laugh. “Early on I was kicking the footy at the front with Dad, and if he was not there, I would drag Mum out there - she’s not bad, she’s a left-footer, so shoutout to Mum,” Rowell said. “I remember going to Auskick when I was four at the local primary school, and straight away just loving the game, and loving being outdoors, loving running around and being with my mates.”