Tom Collier (born 25 March 1989) is a former

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er for the

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in the

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(AFL). In 2006 Tom Collier graduated from the AIS/AFL Academy. The next year he returned to his home state of

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to play for the

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. That same year he played for the Tasmanian Under-18 side as captain and was named in the All-Australian Under-18 team. Collier was drafted by Brisbane with the 25th selection in the

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. In his first season with the Lions, he made his debut in round 13, 2008 at

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against the Adelaide Crows. He had a good debut helping the Lions with their 13-point win. He contributed 17 disposals, three tackles and, three marks. Collier played five more games that season the most significant being the round 15 clash against the Essendon Bombers where he kicked his first goal. His career continued into 2009 with six more games. Collier had his best match in Brisbane's 43 point upset against Geelong at the Gabba. He equaled his career high of 17 disposals, took three marks and made three tackles.

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* 1989 births Living people Brisbane Lions players Australian rules footballers from Tasmania Tassie Mariners players Lauderdale Football Club players {{AFL-bio-1980s-stub