His most memorable games included winning an AFL Rising Star nomination in 1997[1] and his tagging job on Collingwood captain Nathan Buckley in the Cats round 12 defeat of the Magpies.
[2] Along with other experienced players, including Jarrod Molloy, James Clement, Brodie Holland, Shane Wakelin and Chad Rintoul, Steinfort arrived at Victoria Park in season 2001.
After a consistent beginning to the year, Steinfort's form dwindled later in the season, failing to register double-figured possessions after the round 17 defeat of Fremantle at Subiaco Oval.
Collingwood coach Mick Malthouse surprised all when he named Steinfort in the team to face Port Adelaide at AAMI Stadium in the Qualifying Final, and he performed well, gathering a season-high 18 disposals and scored a goal, as the Magpies trumped a shellshocked Power outfit.
Since retiring Steinfort, a qualified accountant, has worked for various charities, including SurfAid International[4] and along with his wife, has set up an orphanage in Kathmandu, Nepal.