Why Gunston’s name belongs alongside Hawks legends
In a day which brought some of the greatest goalkickers in the game’s history back to Hawthorn, Jack Gunston kicked his 500th goal. Here’s why he deserves to walk alongside Dunstall and co.
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Centenary Hawks: No. 6 pact, skipper’s slump and the 14th cup
Josh Gibson was playing his last season in the AFL when James Sicily trotted down back to join him defence. The pair chat all things Hawthorn ahead of the club’s centenary match.
Power Rangers, Kokoda, 90s shockers: Hawks’ history flashback
Hawthorn have made some creatively bold decisions during their century in the league — some worked, some didn’t. Take a trip down memory lane and have your say here.
Standoff over? Why Clarko’s really reuniting with the Hawks
Alastair Clarkson will end his standoff with Hawthorn by attending the club’s 100th VFL-AFL anniversary game on Sunday, but it’s not just to break bread with his former players.
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Hawk’s stunner evokes grand final Day dream
Will Day a Brownlow Medallist-in-waiting? He ticks all the boxes, writes SCOTT GULLAN. But the thoughts of Hawks fans might have drifted off somewhere else on Friday night.
Five SuperCoach takeaways: Must-have stars emerge in Hawks win
The Hawks went into the season as the most-hyped team in the AFL. On Friday night, Sam Mitchell’s side proved just why. See the full SuperCoach takeaways, recap all the action.
Garry Lyon: Hawks finally emerge from Clarkson’s shadow
If Sydney’s was a “conscious uncoupling”, Hawthorn’s succession plan was more War of the Roses. As GARRY LYON writes, the Hawks are now firmly Sam Mitchell’s team and a flag contender.
Secret weapon, Barrass’ admission: Inside the Hawks’ summer
The Hawks have bared all over summer, with the secret weapon behind their mosquito fleet revealed and Tom Barrass’ admission – but Sam Mitchell steals the show, writes Glenn McFarlane.
Gun Hawks overlooked in first round teams
Hawthorn’s recruiting spree has forced a major shake-up, while a number of Opening Round teams will be well below full strength.
‘Won’t take myself too seriously’: Ginnivan to star in fashion show
Hawthorn livewire Jack Ginnivan is joining other footy players on the Melbourne Fashion Festival catwalk and says he is looking forward to the “unique experience”.
Love or loathe them, ‘Mosquito fleet’ Hawks are box office
After coming from nowhere in 2024, the Hawks are now the hunted. For some, that could bring a sense of dread, but for the mosquito fleet at Hawthorn, it’s exhilarating.
‘Really refreshing’: Barrass opens up on Hawks move
Tom Barrass is a Perth boy but at the age of 29, he and his family made the decision to move to Melbourne for a new AFL club. He opens up on joining Hawthorn, coach Sam Mitchell and his new teammates.
‘Electric’ Darcy leads Bont-less Dogs to win over new-look Hawks
Marcus Bontempelli is more than confident he’ll be right for round 1, but without him it was the future of the Bulldogs who shone brightest against Hawthorn.
Why star believes Hawks will handle target on their backs
As second favourites to win the flag, Hawthorn has lost the ‘surprise packet’ factor of last year. But one of their stars is adamant they can handle heightened expectations.
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