I'm actually thinking back to the 2010 EF, where Hawthorn thought they were certainties and ended up embarrassed. Both Morabito and Hill dominated that day, and Hawthorn, despite getting winning in a number of key stats, didn't have an answer.
I reckon the Hawks learned a lot from that loss...
I thought it was an amazingly soft game from Brad - Stephen has never played anywhere near that badly aside from his first couple of games.
I reckon opposition coaches would take a lot from how both Smith and Hill were made ineffective. Counter their run and Hawthorn look slow - like they did...
So? Different game this week. Richmond controlled the ball early and denied Hawthorn short options when they had the ball. Also shutdown both Hill and Smith.
That it wasn't unexpected that Richmond would win. Hardwick knows how to beat them. He worked with Clarkson at both Port and Hawthorn, he knows the Hawthorn style better than any other coach.
Where have I ever said they are unbeatable? They have an enviable record the past four years, and Freo completely struggle to beat them, both home and away. Only eight wins ever against them from 31 games.
Whatever Hardwick has done to take both Hill and Smith out of the game must be copied by Ross. Hawks look slow and unsure compared to Richmond without them firing.
(Although Hill shitting himself a number of times hasn't helped)
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