
Debuting for South Fremantle in the WAFL competition in 1992, Tom became a regular player in 1993. Over a 12-season career, Tom kicked 57 goals across 200-games, a highlight undoubtedly being the 1997 six-point premiership win over crosstown rivals East Fremantle.
In 1999 he represented Western Australia in a win over Tasmania and held leadership roles at South Fremantle throughout his career. Tom's post-playing career includes numerous executive administrative roles within several football clubs, the WAFC, adn the Stephen Michael Foundation.