Tom McNamara (footballer, born 1874)

Tom McNamara (born 1874, date of death unknown) was a professional Australian rules footballer who played for South Melbourne in the Victorian Football League (VFL) during the early years of the competition.

McNamara's career with South Melbourne commenced in 1897, the inaugural year of the VFL. Details about his playing position and specific achievements within games are scarce due to limited historical records from this era of Australian rules football. However, his presence on the South Melbourne team roster signifies his participation at the highest level of the sport in Victoria during that period. Information regarding the duration of his career and subsequent activities after his footballing days remains largely undocumented.