How Hawks could snare defensive duo in trade coup
Is Hawthorn a destination club once again? It could well be after a scintillating two months of form, with the Hawks now the frontrunner for two mammoth defensive targets.
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The Lowdown: Draft call Crows must cop in cold light of Day
Will Day tore the Crows up on Sunday, leaving fans ruing picking Fisher McAsey ahead of South Australian in 2020. But, SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON asks, could Day have become the player is in the Crows’ system? See his likes and dislikes in The Lowdown.
Back on Broadway: Hawks set for big prime time boost in 2025
Hawthorn haven’t hosted a Friday night match in over five years, but that’s set to change next season. JAY CLARK has the details, plus the club set for fewer prime time games.
New captain heralds ‘big shift’ at Hawks
Hawthorn is the latest AFLW team to make a leadership change, with the influence of a top rival sweeping through the club.
‘I’m the right man’: Nicks has a message for Crows fans
The Crows conceded 13 unanswered goals in a horror home showing against Hawthorn on Sunday. The fans left early – and they weren’t happy. Here’s Matthew Nicks’ response.
Rioli the lead applicant in Federal Court racism claim against Hawks
The lawyers representing First Nations players and partners alleging racism at Hawthorn Football Club have lodged documents in the Federal Court.
Why Massimo and the ‘cut-price’ Hawks have thrived after trades
After missing out on some targets, Hawthorn hit a home run in the trade market last year. Massimo D’Ambrosio opens up on how the Hawks’ moves have paid off.
‘Fever pitch’: Hawks can handle spotlight
Hawks coach Sam Mitchell says their win over Collingwood has made preparations this week “harder than others”.
Hawk for life? Wizard’s big contract statement
Nick Watson may have only played 11 games, but he’s already looking well into the future. See more from JOSH BARNES who caught up with the Wizard.
Why Sicily is happy to ‘look like a dill’
The Hawks are firing on all cylinders but captain James Sicily is tackling an on-field dilemma as he battles a shoulder injury.
The clubs who can spoil Hawks’ finals party
Hawthorn is on track for an miracle finals berth. However, MATTHEW FORREST writes that three clubs have the chance to spoil the party for the Hawks.
AFL villain hits back at ‘mean’ comment
Hawthorn’s Jack Ginnivan has responded after a popular newsreader caused a stir with extraordinary comments about the AFL star.
More salt set to hit Pies’ Ginnivan-trade wound
Jack Ginnivan may have ended Collingwood’s premiership defence on Saturday, but the true pain of the 2023 trade is yet to be felt for the Pies’ footy department.
Ginnivan, Hawks put Pies on the brink in ultimate irony
Collingwood’s premiership defence is on the brink of being over after booting one goal in a half during a dismal loss in which ex-Magpie Jack Ginnivan came back to haunt his former side.
AFL on notice after historic bloodbath
The AFL has been put on notice with a club proving they’re the real deal after producing a demolition job against the reigning premiers.
The unsung hero behind Hawks’ miserly defence
Hawthorn are on the rise and a big reason why is their back six. GLENN McFARLANE chats with one of their guns, and JAY CLARK looks at the numbers behind their miserly defence.
Star ‘desperate’ as coach challenges Hawks
A star Hawk would be devastated to miss an “elimination final” against his former club as coach Sam Mitchell builds up the occasion.
The Mitch Switch: Inside story on Hawks’ succession plan
The departure of Alastair Clarkson from Hawthorn was both inevitable and painstaking. Tormented by Covid-19 hubs and one last failed push at a flag before the wheels fell off, JAY CLARK goes inside the exit of the club’s most successful coach.
Betts’ warning for Wizard over celebration antics
Nick Watson is wowing crowds across the country, and backing it up with character-fuelled celebrations. However, legend Eddie Betts has a warning for the man known as The Wizard.
‘Fairytale’ side continues unlikely finals push
Sam Mitchell made a decisive move that swung the game the Hawks’ way as they shocked Freo and kept their season alive.
From ‘liability’ to hero: The move that means September for Hawks?
With Luke Jackson and the Dockers taking control in the third term, as he said himself, Hawks skipper James Sicily ‘was a bit of a liability’. But then Sam Mitchell made a call – and it could be a season-defining one.
Hawk’s future murky after ‘cruel’ injury
A Hawthorn veteran could face a nervous wait to determine his future after a fresh setback derailed his comeback from injury.
‘We expect to win’: How Dylan Moore typifies Hawks’ hunger
Hawthorn was dealt a harsh lesson by Geelong but Dylan Moore says the hurt of that loss only proves how far his team has come. Plus, he opens up on his All-Australian hopes.
Mixed results for Hawks after fitness tests
One Hawthorn star is in serious doubt but Sam Mitchell expects another key player to return for a crucial bout with Fremantle.
Eight picks in top 40: How Tiges can build generational draft haul
Richmond are on track to finish 18th for the first time but by trading a couple of aging premiership stars, they could walk into this year’s draft with an epic hand of picks.
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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