2184 days. That is how long it has been since Hawthorn last graced the finals.It was 2018. The Hawks had made the top four and lost the Qualifying Final against Richmond.The Hawks then were bundled out by the Demons in the following week's Semi Final and since then, it has...
Author: Tim Newman
The Discards Thriving Under A New Culture
With the constant need for list changes in the AFL and with changes to coaching panels and game structure, it isn’t always the most ideal environment for a player to be able to consistently perform at the highest level.With Sam Mitchell having set up a tremendous club culture where players...
Talking Hawks MVP: Round 11
A week is a long time in football, or so the saying goes. After falling at the final hurdle against Port Adelaide in Round 10, the Mighty Hawks withstood a third quarter blitz from the Brisbane Lions before putting on the afterburners and running out convincing 25 point winners at...
Talking Hawks MVP: Round 8
The Mighty Hawks showed toughness and resilience to overcome a fast starting Bulldogs side to come away deserved victors to the tune of seven points on Sunday afternoon at Marvel Stadium in front of a crowd of just under 30,000 fans. For those in attendance and the many more watching at...
Talking Hawks MVP: Round 6
After a week in which the blowtorch was on the Football Club, the Mighty Hawks took home the four points for the first time this year. Hawthorn fans saw a spirited and inspired performance that saw a second quarter blitz allow the team to a secure comfortable 45 point victory...
Talking Hawks MVP: Round 5
After a promising fortnight against two top eight contenders, the young Hawks team took flight to the Gold Coast where unfortunately they were outworked and significantly outplayed to the tune of 53 points on a humid Saturday evening at People First Stadium. Tim’s Votes3. Finn MaginnessFinn showed that he had...
Talking Hawks MVP: Round 4
While young and inexperienced on the field, (With sixteen players having played 100 games or less), the Hawks fought valiantly in a Gather Round thriller against the reigning premiers, falling agonisingly short by five points to the Collingwood Magpies in front of just over 43,000 people. Tim’s Votes3. Lloyd MeekPlayed...
Talking Hawks MVP: Round 3
In our traditional Easter Monday clash, the young Hawthorn team fought valiantly in a game that included many memorable moments including a 40 minute weather delay, but ultimately went down to the Geelong Cats by 36 points in front of a crowd of just over 67,000. Tim's Votes3. James WorpelThe...
Talking Hawks MVP: Round 2
In our first home game for the 2024 Season, in front of just shy of 44,000 fans, the Hawks started off slowly, rallied but ultimately were put away by 55 points against a rampant Melbourne side. Captain James Sicily tries to stifle another Demon entry into the forward 50. (Getty...
Hawks Round 1 Best On Ground
Timmy's Votes3 Votes - Massimo D'AmbrosioHis work rate was immense and his ability to not only help out in defence but then set up attack was terrific. 2 Votes - James WorpelWithout Worps, where would our midfield have ended up? Tough, courageous and hit the scoreboard.1 Vote - Sam Frost Frosty was...