Forgotten Hawk tipped to fill void in new role
He was a regular for two seasons only to fall out of favour in 2024 but could a new role breathe new life into the tall Hawk’s career? PLUS notes on Hawk stars from the track.
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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’.
How Hawks fit star recruits in best side as big names miss out
Hawthorn have plenty of work to do at the selection table as they attempt to squeeze Tom Barrass and Josh Battle into an already strong side. Who swings forward and who misses out? Find out here.
First Smith sighting? Cats to face off against rivals in practice match
Geelong is already facing Essendon at Kardinia Park, and now the Cats will face another familiar foe on their home turf in what may be Bailey Smith’s first hit-out as a Cat.
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‘Hollywood Hawks’ set to stay as Hokball hits prime time
Jai Newcombe says the Hawks can ride the line between humble and Hokball next season as Sam Mitchell’s young side arrives on centre stage.
Hawks legend returns to make run for club board
After saving the club from a merger with Melbourne in the 1990s, a Hawthorn legend has re-emerged to make a run for a spot on the board following the end of the damaging racism saga.
Robbo: Hawks don’t deserve ‘broken’ $1 million trophy
Hawthorn were handed $1 million for winning the McClelland Trophy, yet both their AFL and AFLW sides were knocked out in the semi-finals. MARK ROBINSON says it’s an embarrassment.
Hawks leave scuffle scrutiny to ‘higher-ups’
Possible sanctions remain up in the air only two days from when Hawthorn takes to the field in a crunch semi-final against Port Adelaide.
The List Manager: How Hawks go again in next trade period
The Hawks should have a green light for the next six years to go hunting for a flag, writes JON RALPH. But, after a big off-season, what’s left in the salary cap and how do they use it?
Hawks’ plot to climb draft order as stars open contract talks
Hawthorn cashed in its assets in this year’s draft to snare Tom Barrass, but is still plotting how it can move up from pick 33. Plus, two big names have started discussing new contracts.
How Hawks ‘took pressure away’ from battered stars
Hawthorn’s meteoric rise to second place was built from a major overhaul in one part of the ground – go inside the transformation.
‘Stoic’ Lions star set for finals ‘impact’
A Brisbane Lions AFLW star that was a victim of crowd abuse is set to bounce back in style during the finals series.
‘Can’t ignore it’: Hawks’ response to backlash
Hawthorn’s credibility has been questioned since the AFLW side secured a huge prize – a senior Hawk says players have taken notice.
Destination Dingley to give Hawks another recruiting boost
Hawthorn’s new facility at Dingley has already played its role in snaring big-name recruits Josh Battle and Tom Barrass, and more recruiting raids could be on the way when it’s done.
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