Career
He previously played for the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks in the National Rugby League. He primarily plays as a winger, fullback and centre. Born in Deepwater, New South Wales, Stapleton played his junior football for Glen Innes Magpies before being signed by the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks.
He played for the Sharks" New York City team in 2008 and 2009.
In Round 11 of the 2009 NRL season, Stapleton made his NRL debut for the Sharks against the Saint George Illawarra Dragons. On 30 June 2014, Stapleton signed with Sydney Roosters mid-season for the remainder of the year.
On August 6 2015, Stapleton signed with English franchise London Broncos on a one-year deal beginning in 2016. In 2012, Stapleton played for the Prime Minister"s XIII.