AFL Veteran Tom Campbell Retires After 15-Year Career

Tom Campbell has retired from AFL football after 58 games across four clubs, concluding a 15-year career.

"Tom has been a great leader and role model throughout his time here, and he is the kind of player and person who brings the best out of those around him." — Alan Richardson, Melbourne footy boss

Career-Ending Injury

Campbell, 34, suffered a torn ligament in his neck after a collision at training in January 2025, ruling him out for the entire season. He did not play a senior game for Melbourne after arriving ahead of the 2024 season, but played 17 games for the Casey Demons in 2025, averaging 18 disposals and 28 hitouts per game.

Career Journey

• Drafted by the Western Bulldogs with pick No.27 in the 2012 Rookie Draft
• Moved to North Melbourne in 2019
• Joined St Kilda in 2022
• Arrived at Melbourne as a delisted free agent during the 2024 AFL Trade Period

Recognition and Awards

• Awarded the Ian Ridley Memorial Trophy (Club Ambassador Award) at Melbourne's 2025 Keith 'Bluey' Truscott Memorial Trophy, recognizing community service
• Named St Kilda's Best Clubman in 2023

"He is someone who gave everything to the football club, day in, day out."