After a few seasons in his local competition, talent scouts realised the potential of the big ruckman who could also kick goals.
Stafford created much publicity at the time as one of the first Sydneysiders to reach AFL level when he made his first senior appearance with the Swans.
Inconsistency and injury eventually saw him traded to the Richmond Football Club, who were looking to strengthen their ruck division.
He announced his retirement effective at the end of the 2006 season, before the Round 22 match against West Coast.
Greg is now the forward coach at the Melbourne Football Club [2] In 2002, one of the more bizarre moments in AFL history, a crazed fan ran onto the field during a game and attempted to touch Stafford.