Six reasons why Hokball is ‘made for September’
There’s no better show in footy than the ‘Hollywood Hawks’. And after dispatching the Bulldogs on Friday night, Hawthorn is now the third favourite for the flag. Here’s six reasons why.
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The Tackle: Champs, chumps and coaches with questions to answer
Week one of September action is done and dusted. MARK ROBINSON looks through whose legend grew and who was a let-down over week one of the finals in The Tackle.
‘Sky’s the limit’ as young Hawks turn eyes to faltering Power
The Hawks aren’t looking past the Power, but they recognise Port are in their way as they plot to charge through September, led by an unlikely young spearhead.
Shades of Buddy as young Hawk arrives in front of 97k
Hawthorn fans could be forgiven for partying like it’s 2007 — the year Lance Franklin arrived in an elimination final. Only this time, it was the son of a late club legend and the man better known as ‘The Wizard’.
Best team in it? Beware Mitchell’s made-for-finals monster
After what transpired at the MCG on Friday night, Port Adelaide will be quaking in its boots. Can any team beat the Hawks at their blistering best?
Coach’s blunt response to star’s pub antics
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has addressed a frenzy over Jack Ginnivan’s pre-game pub dinner as his side swept into a semi-final.
‘Took the piss’: Ginni hails breakout star
Hawthorn has thrashed the Bulldogs at the MCG with the Hawks’ most controversial star paying credit to a young teammate.
Player ratings: Perfect Hawk’s blitz — but where was Bont?
Some big-name Bulldogs went missing when it mattered most — while a perfect Hawk made the finals spotlight his own. See how we rated every player from Hawthorn’s elimination final win.
Robbo: The truth and talent behind outrageous Hok Ball
It’s difficult keeping up with Hok Ball because the moments seem to get bigger, louder and more outrageous, writes MARK ROBINSON. But behind the noise is a serious group of kids.
Ginnivan photo detail divides AFL world
Hawthorn forward Jack Ginnivan has raised eyebrows with a public appearance the night before his club’s biggest game in years.
Soft drink for Ginni – but should he have been at pub?
Social media was set alight by a photo of Jack Ginnivan at a pub on Thursday night – but the truth, and Hawthorn’s knowledge of it, quickly came out.
‘Old and grumpy’ Dogs plan to silence rampant Hawks
Most footy fans have loved Hawthorn’s fun goal celebrations this year — but the Bulldogs have seen enough. Two of their defenders detail how they’ll stop a ‘Hokball’ onslaught.
Robbo: Midfield concerns? Cats still have trump card to play
The Cats midfield looks like being exposed by Port Adelaide — but they still have an important card to play, writes Mark Robinson. Robbo previews who whill shape the finals series.
Dogs’ triple towers in Hawks sights
Reinforcements are on the way next season, but Hawthorn’s undersized defence is confident it can withstand the Bulldogs on Friday night.
Hawks coach’s bold finals statement
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell wasn’t afraid to talk big when asked what his club had that was different from non-finalists.
Gulden, Daicos, D’Ambrosio: The rapid rise of Hawthorn’s new star
Massimo D’Ambrosio models his game after Sydney’s Errol Gulden, but he never expected to be in the same conversation as the Swans star. The flying Hawk details his rise to Scott Gullan.
‘Had to control you’: Great’s text to Hawks
Hawthorn forwards Luke Breust and Jack Gunston received a text from an old teammate last week that they vehemently disagreed with.
Hawk calls it quits with team on the rise
After failing to get on the field for an AFL game in 2024, a two-time All Australian Hawk has retired with his team on the rise.
Ultimate finals guide: The key factors that will decide every final
Who’s racing the clock, who needs to lift and what weaknesses could be exposed in week one of AFL finals? ED BOURKE runs the rule over each match in our ultimate finals guide.
Hawks suffer finals blow as star ruled out
Despite joining his teammates on the track for a session under lights on Friday, Hawthorn has made a call on star midfielder Will Day ahead of the elimination final.
Revealed: Saints’ $6m last-ditch bid to keep Battle
St Kilda’s last-ditch attempt to keep Josh Battle at Moorabbin has been revealed as the defender explained why he chose Hawthorn after months after haggling from both clubs.
Saints star makes call despite last-ditch $6m bid
St Kilda interceptor Josh Battle has made a call on his AFL future, with a huge compensation question emerging from his near $6 million contract.
Hawks skipper’s Barrass warning, cryptic response to Battle talk
Hawthorn have won the race for Tom Barrass, but James Sicily has warned there’s a long way to go before an official deal is done. Plus the Hawks captain chimes in on Josh Battle.
Hawks excited but cautious over star’s request
Hawthorn captain James Sicily has answered questions about the prospect of being joined by two rival defenders next season.
Why everyone should fear September Hawks
It’s been all about Hok-ball – Hawthorn’s swarming, ruthless offence. But on Saturday, as they booked their finals spot, the Hawks proved they have much more than that.
Butler reveals gruesome details of leg break
Hawthorn forward Sam Butler has revealed the gruesome details behind his broken leg and how he’s been finding his feet during his rehabilitation.
Season over for young Hawk as Bulldogs lick wounds
Luckless young Hawk Mitch Lewis’ season is over after a serious injury on Saturday, while the Western Bulldogs are licking their wounds after their horror loss to Port Adelaide.
Blues‘ big selection call as Weitering wait continues
Whether or not Jacob Weitering is fit, Michael Voss has a call to make down back, while it’s mixed news on the injury front as the Hawks. JON RALPH has the latest injury news.
Cats complete again as Hawks hit a wall down the highway
Like many clubs before them, Hawthorn headed down the highway and drove straight into a wall, writes JOSH BARNES. But this was a game that told us more about Chris Scott’s Cats.
Young Hawk calls it: No rascal pack – but there will be a flag
Jack Ginnivan, Nick Watson, Connor Macdonald – is the next rat pack forming at Hawthorn? Macdonald opens up on just what’s really going on at the club – and what the future might hold.
Mitchell makes no apologies for aggressive free agency approach
Hawthorn will reportedly offer St Kilda’s Josh Battle a massive six year deal, but coach Sam Mitchell won’t apologise for the Hawks’ aggressive approach when it comes to free agents.
15 shrewd list calls that have Hawks back in finals hunt
Hawthorn haven’t done everything perfectly since their dynasty in 2013-15, but 15 clever list decisions have brought them back into finals calculations – and maybe flag contention soon.
The huge milestone Hawks cleared on run to finals
They lost their first five games and looked like the rebuild had failed. Fast forward 10 weeks and Hawthorn are just two points outside the top eight. Is finals on the cards?
The true story behind Will Day’s ‘clash’ with Jack Ginnivan
The critics wondered whether there was tension between Will Day and Jack Ginnivan after an emotion-charged goal celebration. The Hawks midfield star sets the record straight in wide-ranging interview.
0-5 to finals threat: Inside Hawthorn’s rapid rebuild
Hawthorn has rallied from 0-5, producing a rapid rebuild which is fast becoming the envy of the AFL. JOSH BARNES breaks down how Sam Mitchell’s side went from wooden spoon danger to finals threat in 10 weeks.
Freakish Fish: Salmon-mania and the fateful day everything changed
Forty years ago, Paul Salmon threatened to redefine Australian football as a giant goalkicker. He talks to SHANNON GILL about whirlwind stardom wrapped in tragedy, the moment it changed and its complex legacy.
McGuane: Why flag contenders should fear Mitchell’s Hawks
At 0-5, Mick McGuane called the Hawks “horrible”. Two months later, Sam Mitchell’s side are a legitimate finals threat. We break down how they turned it around in Mick’s mid-season report card.
Legend reveals club that ‘never called back’
Hawthorn legend Jason Dunstall has now become an AFL legend, revealing the club that missed out on a golden shot at his signature.
Hawks’ bye-round pledge revealed as spearhead eyes return
Hawthorn players have made a pledge to each other during their bye round as the club continues their finals charge. Plus the latest on a key spearhead close to a return.
Dusty’s huge career call after 300th game
Dustin Martin has finally spoken publicly after his 300th game, making a statement about his future following Saturday’s loss to Hawthorn.
The forgotten milestone in monster Tigers-Hawks clash
A sellout crowd will head to the MCG for Dustin Martin’s 300th match, but a Hawk’s journey to 50 games is still worth celebrating. CJ tells DAN BATTEN his story, and what’s next.
The unsung hero of Hawthorn’s rapid rise
57 games after Alastair Clarkson walked out the door, Hawthorn has jumped the queue of teams rebuilding their way back to the premiership window – and one Hawk represents that growth more than any other.
AFL admits umpire error as contentious calls reviewed
It will come as little relief to Damien Hardwick and the Suns but the AFL has admitted error in Gold Coast’s loss to St Kilda, while also weighing in on two more contentious calls.
‘Knows what he’s doing’: AFL furore erupts
Hawthorn are suddenly within reach of finals but an absolute gift of a free kick in their latest win had commentators scratching their heads.
Contract latest: Young Dog set for huge payday, Pendles to go on
The Western Bulldogs are working towards locking away for key players, including a young gun who is set for an eye-watering pay rise. Plus, the latest on Scott Pendlebury’s future.
Buddy on the move after listing $9 mansion
The glamour couple are ready for a big move with their young family after putting their Greek-style mansion up for sale.
Independent report says First Nations Hawks suffered racism
An independent report, prepared by a Deakin professor, says the treatment of First Nations players and their families when at Hawthorn constituted racism.
‘Disgusting’: AFL icon drops explosive claim
AFL icon Leigh Matthews has become embroiled in a heated war of words after dropping bombshell details surrounding a coach.
Cornes slams ‘pathetic’ move from AFL club
Combative media personality Kane Cornes had an AFL battler squarely in his sights after a ‘pathetic’ gesture at the MCG.
‘Hate each other’: Ginnivan post causes stir
Hawthorn’s Jack Ginnivan has raised eyebrows with a public message to his teammate after a wild incident.
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