Langsford was initially recruited from the Scotch College, Perth and commenced his long WAFL career in 1977.
A noted defender, Langsford played mostly on the half back flank, but still managed to kick 60 career goals.
[2] Swan Districts entered a period of remarkable success in the early 1980s by winning a hat-trick of premierships in 1982, 1983 and 1984 with Langsford being an integral part of the team.
[citation needed] He is listed in the Swan Districts Team of the Century as an interchange player.
Then in later 2008 was named in the Scotch College Football team of the century adding to his collection of great achievements.