Troy Chaplin

Recruited from the North Ballarat Rebels with pick 15 in the 2003 National Draft, Troy Chaplin established himself as a mainstay in Port Adelaide's defence for nearly a decade. A left-footed key back capable of playing on tall opponents or peeling off to intercept, he became a central figure in the Power's lineup, featuring in the club's 2007 Grand Final side. While he was a consistent accumulator of the ball for a key defender, his time at Alberton was occasionally marked by scrutiny regarding his defensive accountability against the competition's premier forwards and his decision-making under heavy pressure.

Chaplin made headlines at the end of 2012 when he crossed to Richmond as a restricted free agent, a move Port Adelaide declined to match. His arrival at Punt Road proved crucial for the Tigers' structural development, as his experience and on-field direction allowed younger teammates like Alex Rance and Dylan Grimes to flourish. He played a pivotal role in Richmond's return to finals action, offering composure and steady distribution from the back half. Chaplin announced his retirement midway through the 2016 season as his body began to succumb to the rigours of the game, finishing with over 200 games played before transitioning immediately into an assistant coaching career.