Matt ThomasDOB: 27/2/87 (will be 27 by start of 2014 season)
HEIGHT: 186cm
WEIGHT: 87kg
POSITION: Midfielder
FORMER CLUB: Port Adelaide (87 games, 30 goals)
Richmond’s recruiters were buoyed by his season with Norwood in the SANFL, which saw him win the competition’s Best and Fairest Award, the Magarey Medal and play in the Redlegs’ premiership side.
Thomas made his AFL debut in 2006, ironically against Richmond, and has built a reputation as a tough midfielder, with a strong appetite for the contest.
He has averaged 15 disposals and five tackles per game over his league career to date, and has booted 30 goals.
Full article at: http://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2013-11-27/2013-rookie-draft-pick-42-matt-thomas