Tom Papley

[aardvark]

What a great story. Another Swans rookie success. Fierce at the contest and never takes a backward step. I love watching this kid play. A club legend in the making.

[Blue Sun]

He is becoming a great player. Exactly what the Swans needed, a small forward that can crumb. Imagine how good he'll be in a couple of years.

[Blood Fever]

He is becoming a great player. Exactly what the Swans needed, a small forward that can crumb. Imagine how good he'll be in a couple of years.

His grandfather Max had enormous ability and didn't mind dishing it out as well.

[Markwebbos]

He seemed to be everywhere including in defence yesterday. And did well where ever he went

[707]

Just a great Swans family story and how well is he going given the limited preseason he had?

Looking like becoming a top 10 player for us, only fault is being a little too goal hungry and ignoring better options on occasions. Not sure how we fit him into the burgeoning midfield rotations but we do.

[longmile]

Been my favourite player since he stepped foot onto the scene last year. Taken it to new heights this year with midfield time. It's his enthusiasm with his pressure and tackling that makes him so exciting

[Doctor]

Just a great Swans family story and how well is he going given the limited preseason he had?

Looking like becoming a top 10 player for us, only fault is being a little too goal hungry and ignoring better options on occasions. Not sure how we fit him into the burgeoning midfield rotations but we do.

I don't mind him being a bit goal hungry. I want my small forward to be that way. If he gets too greedy the coaching staff and his teammates will let him know.

[sprite]

I don't mind him being a bit goal hungry. I want my small forward to be that way. If he gets too greedy the coaching staff and his teammates will let him know.

+1

[Industrial Fan]

Can't help but think he's our version of Ballantyne.

Has real scumbag about him that endears himself to his own club but I'm sure he's hated by our opposition.

Plays footy like someone that would need to fall back on plumbing if it doesn't work out for him.

[dimelb]

My favourite Swan for now. I think of him as our Jack Russell - brave, will go anywhere and take on anyone. And kicks goals!

[Hotpotato]

He probably hates plumbing .... wouldn't get a standing ovation by 50,000 for clearing a drain.

[jono2707]

Benny McWho?

[goswannies]

His grandfather Max had enormous ability and didn't mind dishing it out as well.

His other grandfather Jeff Bray wasn't too shabby either!

[mocaholic]

Love the smear.

[Bloods05]

Max Papley should be a legend of the club. He was a magnificent footballer but sadly his career was cut short by a shortsighted and inflexible coach. As a result only us old codgers have heard of him. Bobby Skilton said he was the best player he ever played with. Tom has a lot of Max about him. He's not as gifted but he has speed, aggression, strength and the ability to beat much bigger opponents one on one. He will only get better.