By Matt Browning 

Julia Shetlar of Andover High School was chosen for the Via Christi Behind the Scenes profile for November. Shetlar is the wife of the Trojans’ head boys basketball coach, Martin and is the mom to star players Eli and Alana.

Julia is a vital part to the boys program, in particular.

“She is always ready to help with delivering food for the teams, washing uniforms and helping organize team activities,” Martin said. “Her life is non-stop basketball in the winter.”

Julia has had to adjust to the constant hustle and bustle of the high school basketball scene. While she played in high school, the priority was not the same. But she also understands the memories her family has made.

“I’m pretty sure if you asked my kids what some of their best memories are the list would include watching basketball games with their dad, going to KU games, or KU camp, him being at their practices and their tournaments and then of course Martin getting to coach Eli in High School,” Julia said.

While it’s a different kind of excited from her husband and her kids, game days are still adrenaline-filled for Julia.

“Not to sound cheesy here, but I get pretty excited about these days and like to put on my Andover shirt pretty early, even if I have to meet with clients that day,” said Julia, who is a local realtor. “My sister gave me some Andover earrings and I’m not really superstitious but I like to have them on for every game.  We have a lot of family that live close by so there is usually a pretty big crowd sitting with us. It’s a long but fun evening getting to watch both of my kids play.”