Mayflower and maple leaves.

The rise of Bim Pepple has been a joy to behold for Argyle fans but imagine being the man who gave Bim his first professional deal aged 16 - oh, and he’s also an Argyle fan.

Tommy Wheeldon Jr grew up in Devon, playing football in Plymstock and training with the Argyle youth team at Harper’s Park. His journey didn’t lead to him becoming a professional but building an incredible coaching dynasty in the heart of Canada.

During his time as Cavalry FC Head Coach, Tommy has seen a young Bim break into the first team as a teenager, learning from former Argyle youngster Joe Mason, and then go on and wear the green and white of the side he supports.

This is the story of, Tomm Wheeldon Jr.

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