Central defender Tom returned to The Rock – sponsored by Marbill Coaches in September 2026 from Premiership side Falkirk, having started his SPFL career with the Sons back in 2017.

A key player in the Bairns’ rise from League One to the Premiership, Tom was named in the PFA League One Team of the Season as Falkirk lifted the 2024 third tier title and went unbeaten – where he was a virtual ever-present for John McGlynn’s side.

His hugely successful three seasons at The Falkirk Stadium, punctuated by a loan spell with Arbroath earlier this year, came after two impressive seasons in the Championship with Raith Rovers.

Tom has also represented Clyde, Dunfermline Athletic and Stranraer since leaving The Rock, but now he’s back in the white and gold.

Gaffer Frank McKeown said: “It’s no secret that I’ve been chasing an addition in defence, and our strategy of patience in the window has paid off by managing to secure a player of Tom’s calibre.

“He’s someone who has excelled at a higher level throughout his career and brings all the attributes we have been looking for. First and foremost he’s an excellent defender, he’s someone who is aggressive in the air – in both boxes – and brings a huge amount of experience with him.

“At 29 he’s still in his prime as a player and, after a frustrating few seasons with injury, he’s got a hunger to get back playing regular football and succeed as a Dumbarton player. We’re delighted to have him at the club.”