Toast Tom Jonas Retires

[EskimoPAFC]

Well done TJ, got the absolute most out of himself.

Its the right decision, but let's send him off with a flag.

 

[Ford Fairlane]

Tom has had an outstanding career coming off the rookie list as a mature ager, racking up 200 games and becoming captain of Port Adelaide.

He's been a tough, strong, no-nonsense defender, often asked to play on opponents in mismatches.

It has been a worthy career and he should be proud of what he has achieved. Good on you Tom, go well in your future. I could see a future in football administration for Tom, he's a smart guy.

Met Tom at a sponsor dinner once, he was a straight shooter and very entertaining. Pity AFL media training beats that out of you.

 

[chiwigi]

Good luck Tom.
From extremely low pick to club captain is a hell of an achievement.

One more step to take before you go!

 

[Enviable Tradition]

Well Tom. A great servant who got everything he could out of his body.

Great that we get to celebrate him.giving his last in finals now without worrying he will stay on.

Take notes Ken.

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[thundercloud]

Thanks for the committed hardness and effort and leadership on and off the field. Everything to be proud of.`

 

[Wargreymon90]

One of my favourite highlights in recent memory is Tom bashing two west coast forwards to save a certain goal in front of a hostile west coast crowd.

(Hopefully someone here has the gif)

 

[pstew2dstew]

Rookie to captn ...not bad Tom not bad at all.

 

[Lightning_Rod]

Fair effort to go from a rookie selection to captain, Tommy thank you for your years of service, hopefully you can lead the boys to a flag this season.

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[WillemDaDrew]

Just read the news.

Well played Tommo let’s hope you go out on a bang.

 

[sobrave]

Not his fault he's been ordinary this year.

Very good career, not that many get to play 200 games. Hope he has a good game against Richmond and gets a good send off then makes way for McKenzie.

 

[Enviable Tradition]

Does this mean we are now a fairy tale team?

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[shewho]

Congratulations Tom on a great career. The only people questioning your effort over 200 games were those concerned you were going too hard. That is a badge of honour you can wear proudly.

 

[OneGreatClub]

Thanks for the memories Tom. Not bad for a roomie pick.

 

[Portology]

Thanks Tom. Been a long road from the rookie list to captaincy. You got the most out of your talent and your body and the signs have been there for a while that time was running out. One more shot, now you’re free to play like there’s no tomorrow. Go for it.


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[Poo Eckert]

Always been a fan of Tom. I love the underdog stories getting the most from themselves. A bit like Houston, however he’s more naturally talented.

Congrats on being skipper and potentially the next Port CEO in 5 years time

 

[glitch01]

Lost me a little with the whole “living my best life” saga but overall to go from rookie pick to Captain is no small achievement.
Could never question his endeavour and intent on the field. Over the years he competed with some of the biggest forwards going around and held his own.



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[Playthekids76]

Under-sized key defender that gave his all, rarely beaten with a never say die attitude. Love him and will be missed. Enjoy your retirement, Tom.

 

[raptalia]

Thanks Tom. As has been said from the Rookie List to 200 games and the Captaincy of the Power is a fair achievement. Tom now has the chance to put his law degree to good use.

 

[sobrave]

 

[Marmozet]

Very few people would have had a tougher introduction to AFL than Tom Jonas.

Not only did he have to debut in a 165 point massacre, but he had to play on Luke Hodge!

That was the very first thing I noticed at the first bounce and I even mentioned it to the person next to me. All things considered that day…Luke Hodge was one of Hawthorn’s quieter players.

 

[Fizzler]

Very few people would have had a tougher introduction to AFL than Tom Jonas.

Not only did he have to debut in a 165 point massacre, but he had to play on Luke Hodge!

That was the very first thing I noticed at the first bounce and I even mentioned it to the person next to me. All things considered that day…Luke Hodge was one of Hawthorn’s quieter players.

A record for the biggest losing margin on debut. Well, a tied record actually. The person he shares it with: none other than John Butcher.

 

[MrPower]

TJ What a warrior. Thank you

 

[1954]

I have to admit to being one of TJ's harshest critics particularly in his last couple of seasons, but all credit to him for what he has achieved and I hope he goes out with a BANG!

 

[jdeezy]

Definitely deserves credit for turning himself from a rookie draft pick to a club captain and was my pick for the job of the Number 1 Guernsey when he first stepped into the role, playing in a bit of a thankless role too. Also have to say he's not really sulked and moaned with his this year has gone and is stepping down somewhat selflessly, so credit there too.

I've got a bottle of his Tawny (my Port Port as I like to call it) ready to crack when Port finally secure the Premiership, fingers crossed his departure lines up with being able to open it.

 

[The Hobo]

Glad he recognised it is time. I would argue he went on a year too long, particularly with regards to retaining the captaincy. This is far better news than last Tuesdays news.

As a captain, yes he did. As a player, no.

There have been times he's been needed - and there was no viable alternative. Being captain meant it was a bit harder to drop him, which wasn't ideal, but he's come in late and done a job.