He has kicked 230 career goals, but one in particular will mean more to Lindsay Thomas than any other. His set shot from a slight angle, about 30 metres out in the third quarter on Sunday against Melbourne marked a significant milestone for the 26-year-old.
When the ball sailed through the posts at the MCG, the number 12 became North Melbourne's leading Indigenous goal-kicker, surpassing Jim Krakouer on 229.
He’s had his doubters during his time at Arden Street, but when you consider the company Thomas is among on the goal-kicking table, his ability is obvious.
The small-forward is now 12th on the all-time list at the club and is closing in on Saverio Rocca and Corey McKernan for a spot in the top 10.
Of the current Kangaroos, Brent Harvey is third behind Wayne Carey and John Longmire, while Drew Petrie is fifth.
Leading goal-kickers in North's history
671 - Wayne Carey
511 - John Longmire
447 - Brent Harvey*
444 - Malcolm Blight
354 - Wayne Schimmelbusch
327 - Drew Petrie*
323 - Shannon Grant
279 - Arnold Briedis
276 - Brett Allison
250 - Corey McKernan
234 - Saverio Roccca
230 - Lindsay Thomas*
229 - Jim Krakouer
* Current listed player
Thomas shoots ahead
He has kicked 230 career goals, but one in particular will mean more to Lindsay Thomas than any other.
