TAR Hawthorn Hawks 2008

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Team Selection: Round Nine
Melbourne (11th) vs Hawthorn (5th) (MCG)

HAWTHORN:
B: Brent Guerra ~ Trent Croad ~ Campbell Brown
HB: Grant Birchall ~ Stephen Gilham ~ Brad Sewell
C: Travis Tuck ~ Sam Mitchell (c) ~ Shane Crawford
HF: Cyril Rioli ~ Jarryd Roughead ~ Clinton Young
F: Mark Williams ~ Lance Franklin ~ Stuart Dew
Foll: Robert Campbell ~ Luke Hodge ~ Jordan Lewis
I/C: Beau Dowler ~ Tim Clarke ~ Brent Renouf ~ Garry Moss

NO CHANGE

Odds: Hawthorn $1.45 Melbourne $2.40
source: TAB Sportsbet
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Round Nine: Melbourne vs Hawthorn, M.C.G.

Melbourne have done just what the Hawks did to them in round one in revenge and payback, with a 7-goal to 1 final term to defeat the Hawks, as 34,518 fans watched in amazement. The Punt Road end had a breeze, in which was significant enough to allow the Demons a chance in the final term to win 17.21 (123) to 18.13 (121).

The Demons were going the scoring end, with 26 of the 35 goals in the match kicked to the left side of the screen. Brad Miller turned into the hero, displaying his best with six goals, three of which came late in the game. David Neitz and Brad Green were also good servants in front of the goals, while Russell Robertson was terrific up the ground.

The Demon defence held up in the final quarter also, led by Jarred Rivers and Daniel Bell, combining 33 possessions and 21 marks between them.

Hawthorn were unlucky not to get the victory through a tremendous team effort, with all players finding the ball on ten or more occassions. Sam Mitchell continued his Brownlow form with 32 disposals while Travis Tuck collected the pill 25 times.

Stuart Dew kicked 3 goals in the opening term, having 20 touches in a game where he was needing a form boost. Brent Guerra also did himself confidence with three goals.

Brent Guerra celebrates one of his three goals in a form boosting performance.
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Team Selection: Round Ten
Hawthorn (6th) vs Western Bulldogs (4th) (AU)

HAWTHORN:
B: Brent Guerra ~ Trent Croad ~ Campbell Brown
HB: Grant Birchall ~ Stephen Gilham ~ Brad Sewell
C: Travis Tuck ~ Sam Mitchell (c) ~ Shane Crawford
HF: Cyril Rioli ~ Jarryd Roughead ~ Clinton Young
F: Mark Williams ~ Lance Franklin ~ Stuart Dew
Foll: Robert Campbell ~ Luke Hodge ~ Jordan Lewis
I/C: Beau Dowler ~ Tim Clarke ~ Brent Renouf ~ Garry Moss

NO CHANGE

Odds: Hawthorn $1.85 Western Bulldogs $1.85
source: TAB Sportsbet
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Round Ten: Hawthorn vs Western Bulldogs, Aurora Stadium

The Western Bulldogs have claimed back there premiership contender status with an amazing win over the Hawks in Launceston, a 18.14 (122) to 16.11 (107) victory. It was set up for a great final quarter, with both sides locked at 87 each going into the final term, but consistency across the board paid off for the Dogs.

An even performance, Brad Johnson, Robert Murphy and Scott Welsh were all focul points, each kicking three goals, while Mitch Hahn booted two with the entire forward line potent.

Adam Cooney continued good form with a close to best on ground display, winning 25 touches and kicking two goals. Jason Akermanis was also entertaining, while Dale Morris was moved onto Mark Williams, where he held his own and won the contest after quarter time.

Mark Williams booted four goals in the opening term, but Morris held him goalless after the first change. Lance Franklin however was unstoppable, kicking seven goals with his 16 kicks and 11 marks.

The midfield did enough to contribute, with Sam Mitchell another excellent performance, with 33 disposals and supported by Shane Crawford and Travis Tuck, but it was the defence that proved lack of quality, with Stephen Gilham, Trent Croad and Campbell Brown all off there season form, while Brent Guerra had a shocker, having five goals kicked on him by three seperate opponents in short time.

Clinton Young will face the MRP or tribunal after a brain fade, elbowing Nathan Eagleton, who would miss the rest of the game as a precaution, despite unconcussed. Likely to face up to a month in the stands.

Shane Crawford has been an important cog in the midfield once more in 2008
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Team Selection: Round Ten
Essendon (14th) vs Hawthorn (8th) (TD)

HAWTHORN:
B: Zac Dawson ~ Trent Croad ~ Campbell Brown
HB: Grant Birchall ~ Stephen Gilham ~ Xavier Ellis
C: Travis Tuck ~ Sam Mitchell (c) ~ Shane Crawford
HF: Cyril Rioli ~ Jarryd Roughead ~ Jordan Lewis
F: Mark Williams ~ Lance Franklin ~ Stuart Dew
Foll: Robert Campbell ~ Luke Hodge ~ Brad Sewell
I/C: Beau Muston ~ Brent Guerra ~ Brent Renouf ~ Cameron Stokes

IN: Zac Dawson, Xavier Ellis, Beau Muston, Cameron Stokes
OUT: Clinton Young (suspended), Tim Clarke, Beau Dowler, Garry Moss
NEW: Beau Muston (21, Murray U18)

Odds: Hawthorn $1.75 Essendon $2.00
source: TAB Sportsbet
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Round Eleven: Essendon vs Hawthorn, Telstra Dome

Hawthorn have clawed back into form with a terrific win tonight against Essendon, dominating play since quarter time thanks to a ten goal second term. The Hawks ended up being easy victors, winning 25.14 (164) to 13.19 (97) by 67 points at the MCG in front of just over 54,000 fans.

After a defining game last week, where four changes were made during the week, a team effort was once again at hand, with each player contributing for the winners. Travis Tuck was A-class in the midfield, having a career high 31 disposals, twenty of which at half time, as well as kicking two goals off the wing.

Tuck wasn't the only standout player, with Luke Hodge playing his best game of the season, having 30 touches while Sam Mitchell, Brad Sewell, Shane Crawford and Jordan Lewis all were very good through the midfield.

The defence made a big turnaround, with Stephen Gilham and Trent Croad letting through two goals between them. Campbell Brown and Zac Dawson, in his first game of the season, were also very good.

The goals came out of the midfield with Lewis and Ellis kicking three, but Lance Franklin (4 goals) and Jarryd Roughead both played well.

Essendon started out of the blocks with eight of the first ten goals, but were quickly beaten everywhere. Mark McVeigh's four goals and majority of sixteen disposals were all in the first half.

Angus Monfries was good in the midfield with 28 touches, while Alwyn Davey and Jason Winderlich played well for their spots.

Luke Hodge played his best game of the year with 30 touches and a goal
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Half-Way Point - Stats that Matter

Ladder - after 11 rounds

Player Statistics - after 11 rounds

Hawthorn are going strong, sitting inside the eight with fairly good form, while Sam Mitchell and Lance Franklin have shown they are in the elite at the top level. Stephen Gilham has impressed down back, while Jarryd Roughead has been as potent in the forward line. Cyril Rioli and Travis Tuck both have been exceptional as the young talent with Tuck favourite for the NAB AFL Rising Star.
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Team Selection: Round Twelve
Adelaide (16th) vs Hawthorn (7th) (AS)

HAWTHORN:
B: Zac Dawson ~ Trent Croad ~ Campbell Brown
HB: Grant Birchall ~ Stephen Gilham ~ Xavier Ellis
C: Travis Tuck ~ Sam Mitchell (c) ~ Shane Crawford
HF: Cyril Rioli ~ Jarryd Roughead ~ Jordan Lewis
F: Mark Williams ~ Lance Franklin ~ Stuart Dew
Foll: Robert Campbell ~ Luke Hodge ~ Brad Sewell
I/C: Beau Muston ~ Brent Guerra ~ Brent Renouf ~ Cameron Stokes

NO CHANGE

Odds: Hawthorn $1.70 Adelaide $2.10
source: TAB Sportsbet
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Round Twelve: Adelaide vs Hawthorn, AAMI Stadium

In an amazing game, the Crows have stormed home in there 3rd win infront of over 35,000 fans with a nail-biting five point classic win. The Hawks, who lead by a convincing 25 points at three-quarter time could not hang on to a gutsy Crows outfit, who provided ten goals to five to win 22.14 (146) to 23.3 (141) at AAMI Stadium.

In a shootout, the Hawks were exceptional infront of goal, kicking a remarkable 23 goals out of 26 scoring shots, with Lance Franklin booting eight straight goals, and first-year player Cyril Rioli kicking a career high six goals.

It was all Adelaide in the final term though, using the slight breeze in their favour well, with Ken McGregor, who was well held by Stephen Gilham in the opening three terms, kicking three of the ten last quarter goals. Luke Jericho also excelled in the final quarter, having 8 kicks and 5 handballs as well as booting two goals in a magnificant display.

Adelaide's midfield held up well, with Tyson Edwards and Scott Thompson stars, as Jason Porplyzia and Robert Shirley were also at their prime which has hardly been seen in 2008.

Lance Franklin took 14 marks and had 22 kicks in his eight goal masterpiece, while the midfield was consistent once more, with Luke Hodge continuing his consistent good form.

First-year star Cyril Rioli was magnificant, kicking a career high six goals
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Team Selection: Round Thirteen
Hawthorn (8th) vs North Melbourne (12th) (MCG)

HAWTHORN:
B: Brent Guerra ~ Trent Croad ~ Campbell Brown
HB: Grant Birchall ~ Stephen Gilham ~ Xavier Ellis
C: Travis Tuck ~ Sam Mitchell (c) ~ Shane Crawford
HF: Cyril Rioli ~ Jarryd Roughead ~ Jordan Lewis
F: Mark Williams ~ Lance Franklin ~ Beau Dowler
Foll: Robert Campbell ~ Luke Hodge ~ Brad Sewell
I/C: Beau Muston ~ Stuart Dew ~ Brent Renouf ~ Cameron Stokes

IN: Beau Dowler
OUT: Zac Dawson

Odds: Hawthorn $1.50 Kangaroos $2.30
source: TAB Sportsbet
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Round Thirteen: Hawthorn vs North Melbourne, M.C.G.

Hawthorn have climbed back onto the winners list today with a big win over the Kangaroos at the MCG. Hawthorn lead all day after an eight goal first quarter to derail the Roos finals chances with a 50-point victory, 23.15 (153) to 15.13 (103).

Buddy Franklin was once again the star of the show, following his eight goal haul against the Crows last week, with six goals today to take his tally past 50 for the season. Stuart Dew was terrific in the second half kicking a couple early goals in the third term to take the game away from the Roos.

Travis Tuck continued his impressive work in the midfield, where Sam Mitchell, Luke Hodge and Brad Sewell all kept below par. Tuck had 22 touches, 6 marks and booted a best 3 goals in the clubs "best win of the season" according to Alistair Clarkson.

North Melbourne will have some troubles at both ends, with Corey Jones and Matt Riggio both reported during the final quarter, while Leigh Brown didn't appear after quarter time with a calf strain.

Leigh Harding and Drew Petrie provided three goals while the usual suspects of Brent Harvey and Adam Simpson did well, and Brady Rawlings tagged Mitchell out of the game, but Daniel Harris and Ben Davies couldn't perform.

Jordan Lewis played one of his best games of the year with a handy 23 touches against the Roos
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Team Selection: Round Fourteen
Hawthorn (7th) vs West Coast (1st) (MCG)

HAWTHORN:
B: Brent Guerra - Trent Croad - Campbell Brown
HB: Grant Birchall - Stephen Gilham - Xavier Ellis
C: Travis Tuck - Sam Mitchell (c) - Shane Crawford
HF: Cyril Rioli - Jarryd Roughead - Jordan Lewis
F: Mark Williams - Lance Franklin - Beau Dowler
Foll: Robert Campbell - Luke Hodge - Brad Sewell
I/C: Beau Muston - Stuart Dew - Brent Renouf - Cameron Stokes

NO CHANGE

Odds: West Coast $1.80 Hawthorn $1.95
source: TAB Sportsbet

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Round Thirteen: Hawthorn vs North Melbourne, M.C.G.​

Hawthorn have recorded an amazing win over ladder leaders West Coast at the MCG tonight in front of 56,000 fans. The stands were packed to witness a brilliant tough contest, where the Hawks held on all night, winning 14.11 (95) to an inaccurate 11.20 (86) by 9 points.

Jordan Lewis continued his great form in the middle, having a season high 28 touches, but Lance Franklin once again dominated out of the goalsquare proving he is the best forward in the game, kicking another six goals, on his way to what might be the ton for the season.

Hawthorn had an array of performers, with Trent Croad brilliant on Quinten Lynch in the first half before stopping Ashley Hansen, conceding only 10 disposals, 3 marks and 3 behinds. Stephen Gilham was also in fine touch.

West Coast had alot of numbers but had no influence on the result, with Chad Fletcher, Matt Rosa and Michael Braun finding the ball on 72 occassions between them. Mark LeCras and Steven Armstrong did enough up the ground but not on the scoreboard, kicking one goal between them.

Shane Crawford had a brilliant opening half, having 17 touches till the main break, but a foot injury caused him to miss the rest of the match after spending two minutes on the ground after half time. Jarryd Roughead will also have a nervous wait till Monday when the MRP will decide his fate on a striking charge.

Trent Croad stood tall in defence, playing in close to All-Australian form
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Team Selection: Round Fifteen
Hawthorn (6th) vs Sydney (7th) (MCG)

HAWTHORN:
B: Brent Guerra - Trent Croad - Campbell Brown
HB: Grant Birchall - Stephen Gilham - Xavier Ellis
C: Travis Tuck - Sam Mitchell (c) - Josh P. Kennedy
HF: Cyril Rioli - Tim Boyle - Jordan Lewis
F: Mark Williams - Lance Franklin - Stuart Dew
Foll: Robert Campbell - Luke Hodge - Brad Sewell
I/C: Beau Muston - Mitch Thorp - Brent Renouf - Cameron Stokes

IN: Tim Boyle, Josh P. Kennedy, Mitch Thorp
OUT: Shane Crawford (foot), Jarryd Roughead (suspended), Beau Dowler
NEW: Josh P. Kennedy (20, Sandringham U18)

Odds: Hawthorn $1.65 Sydney $2.10
source: TAB Sportsbet

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Round Fifteen: Hawthorn vs Sydney, M.C.G.​

Barry Hall has inspired the Swans to a 2-point thrilling victory against the in-form Hawks at the MCG infront of 39,546 fans, with a dominant display including 21 kicks, 10 marks and more importantly, 5 goals, adding to the 15.12 (102) to 14.16 (100) scoreline.

Michael O'Loughlin was also very potent, kicking only one goal, but setting up plenty of other opportunities with 24 disposals and 12 marks. Henry Playfair gave depth in the heigh department down forward, with the ex-Cat kicking four goals in the 2 point win.

Brett Kirk was very good in the middle while Peter Everitt stepped up in the second half at centre bounces. Tadgh Kennelly and Martin Mattner provided terrific rebound.

Lance Franklin played a solid game with 22 touches and 11 marks, but failed infront of the big sticks, bringing his accuracy back into the frame, kicking 1 goal and 6 behinds in the nailbiting match.

Hawthorn needed Mark Williams to stand up, where he managed two goals and seven marks, but still needs a slightly better performance in coming weeks. Tim Boyle also kicked a couple but didnt fill the void as a target in which suspended Jarryd Roughead left.

Sam Mitchell and Luke Hodge were terrific at stoppages and around the ground, having 32 and 31 touches respectively. Josh Kennedy kicked a goal with his first kick in football, contributing with 11 touches while Beau Muston also played a good game with 15 disposals and 5 marks, as Travis Tuck was well held by Jude Bolton.

Beau Muston has provided good run for the Hawks in his five matches
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Team Selection: Round Sixteen
St Kilda (11th) vs Hawthorn (6th) (TD)

HAWTHORN:
B: Xavier Ellis - Trent Croad - Campbell Brown
HB: Grant Birchall - Stephen Gilham - Clinton Young
C: Travis Tuck - Sam Mitchell (c) - Shane Crawford
HF: Beau Muston - Tim Boyle - Jordan Lewis
F: Mark Williams - Lance Franklin - Cyril Rioli
Foll: Robert Campbell - Luke Hodge - Brad Sewell
I/C: Brent Guerra - Mitch Thorp - Stuart Dew - Josh P. Kennedy

IN: Shane Crawford, Clinton Young
OUT: Cameron Stokes (suspended), Brent Renouf

Odds: Hawthorn $1.75 St Kilda $2.00
source: TAB Sportsbet

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Round 16, 2008, Telstra Dome

St Kilda vs Hawthorn

Hawthorn have taken the points in a fierce match at Telstra Dome tonight in front of over 42,000 fans. St Kilda, on the ropes of trying to break into the eight failed to deliver against Hawthorn, who consider themselves as genuine contenders with the hard fought victory. St Kilda came out strong with a four-goal half-time lead, but the Hawks clawed back in the third term to then go on, winning 17.9 (111) to 14.16 (100) with a 6-goal final term.

Coming off a close loss last week against Sydney, the Hawks continue there push towards the top four. In another typified Hawk team effort, no player had more than 23 disposals, despite the side accumulating 340 disposals. Mark Williams was in terrific touch, but once again failed to do damage on the scoreboard.

Robert Campbell, who has struggled to recapture his early form with a second ruckman in the past two months, had the job to himself tonight and succeeded, playing his best game of the season at the right time of the year. Campbell had 21 disposals, 8 marks and controlled the ruck all night, whilst also chipping in with three goals.

Youngster Mitch Thorp, in only his third career game, and second of the season, was superb, filling the void left by Jarryd Roughead, where Tim Boyle had limited game time. Thorp kicked 3 goals and collected 19 touches and 10 marks. Lance Franklin, also chipped in with 3 goals and 19 disposals.

Nick Riewoldt fired for the Saints, kicking a couple of goals, taking a bakers dozen marks, and finding the ball more than any other Saint. Adam Schneider was also very good, but Stephen Milne and Aaron Fiora failed to fire, and Justin Koschitzke turned up with a migraine and didn't get on the ground.

Fraser Gehrig provided five first-half goals, but the midfield was far from damaging after the main break. Lenny Hayes and Nick Dal Santo having no impact in the final quarter after good games up until then.

Star Robert Campbell and team-mates belt out the club song in the blue-ribbon spirit.
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Team Selection: Round Seventeen
Hawthorn (5th) vs Geelong (2nd) (MCG)

HAWTHORN:
B: Xavier Ellis - Trent Croad - Campbell Brown
HB: Grant Birchall - Stephen Gilham - Clinton Young
C: Travis Tuck - Sam Mitchell (c) - Shane Crawford
HF: Beau Muston - Tim Boyle - Jordan Lewis
F: Mark Williams - Lance Franklin - Cyril Rioli
Foll: Robert Campbell - Luke Hodge - Brad Sewell
I/C: Brent Guerra - Mitch Thorp - Stuart Dew - Josh P. Kennedy

NO CHANGE

Odds: Geelong $1.45 Hawthorn $2.25
source: TAB Sportsbet

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Round 17, 2008, M.C.G.

Hawthorn vs Geelong

Geelong have continued to be too tough for its toughest opponents, winning a tight contest against Hawthorn tonight at the M.C.G. in front of almost 64,000 spectators. Geelong had control all night but never looked like blowing the game apart, but breathing space in the third quarter, for a 22-point lead, took them to their 12th victory for the season, winning 14.20 (104) to 11.12 (78).

James Kelly lead the dominant midfield while Paul Chapman continued to push all night, kicking two and three goals respectively and having 53 touches between them. Gary Ablett and Jimmy Bartel weren't far behind, having 22 touches each.

Matthew Stokes and Steve Johnson were potent, each finishing with two majors, while Brad Ottens played too well for Robert Campbell, kicking two second half goals and collecting 22 touches, 9 marks and 20 hitouts.

Sam Mitchell got back into his red hot form with 31 touches and a goal, dominating the clearances, while NAB Rising Star favourite Travis Tuck got back into terrific four quarter form, kicking his way to 25 disposals and 10 marks. Jordan Lewis and Brad Sewell were also good.

Lance Franklin continued to make his push for a maiden Coleman Medal, kicking another four goals. Beau Muston (two goals) was the only other multiple goalkicker, in his third consecutive game as a big contributor, having 18 touches as well.

Brad Sewell has got back into best and fairest form in the past month
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Team Selection: Round Eighteen
Collingwood (4th) vs Hawthorn (6th) (MCG)

HAWTHORN:
B: Xavier Ellis - Zac Dawson - Campbell Brown
HB: Grant Birchall - Stephen Gilham - Clinton Young
C: Travis Tuck - Sam Mitchell (c) - Shane Crawford
HF: Beau Muston - Jarryd Roughead - Jordan Lewis
F: Mark Williams - Lance Franklin - Cyril Rioli
Foll: Robert Campbell - Luke Hodge - Brad Sewell
I/C: Brent Guerra - Mitch Thorp - Stuart Dew - Josh P. Kennedy

IN: Jarryd Roughead, Zac Dawson
OUT: Trent Croad (knee), Tim Boyle

Odds: Collingwood $1.85 Hawthorn $1.95
source: TAB Sportsbet

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Round 18, 2008, M.C.G.

Collingwood vs Hawthorn

A competitive Collingwood outfit has consolidated it spot inside the top four tonight in front of a massive home crowd, of 73,891 at the home of football against contenders Hawthorn. After a six-goal to two second term, Collingwood kept it's lead in tact, with only a surge coming just after three-quarter time, in the end a 16.13 (109) to 12.19 (91), 3-goal victory.

There were plenty of contributors for the Pies, with young star Dale Thomas arguably best on ground with 27 skillful disposals and 9 marks at half forward, including one goal, while Travis Cloke (21 disposals, 13 marks, 1 goal) and Chris Egan (26 disposals, 8 marks, 1 goal) also performed.

An injury to Cameron Wood would force Travis Cloke to play in the ruck, in which he contributed 11 hitouts. Heath Shaw strolled off half-back to kick two goals in his 21 touch performance while Alan Didak kicked 3 goals in a commanding performance.

Hawthorn's Lance Franklin was excellent once more, kicking another bag for the season, this time six goals, beating Tyson Goldsack and Shane Wakelin. Robert Campbell and Stephen Gilham (holding Rocca to two goals, whilst having 21 touches and 10 marks) were also solid contributors.

Cameron Wood is likely to miss the rest of the season with a broken ankle, while Hawthorn's Beau Muston had calf tightening but came back on in the final quarter.

Mark Williams celebrates a goal, but needs to step up come Finals time
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Team Selection: Round Nineteen
Hawthorn (7th) vs Brisbane Lions (10th) (AU)

HAWTHORN:
B: Xavier Ellis - Zac Dawson - Campbell Brown
HB: Grant Birchall - Stephen Gilham - Clinton Young
C: Travis Tuck - Sam Mitchell (c) - Shane Crawford
HF: Beau Muston - Jarryd Roughead - Jordan Lewis
F: Mark Williams - Lance Franklin - Cyril Rioli
Foll: Robert Campbell - Luke Hodge - Brad Sewell
I/C: Brent Guerra - Mitch Thorp - Stuart Dew - Rick Ladson

IN: Rick Ladson
OUT: Josh P. Kennedy

Odds: Hawthorn $1.45 Brisbane Lions $2.75
source: TAB Sportsbet

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Round 19, 2008, Aurora Stadium (Tom Wills Round)

Hawthorn vs Brisbane Lions

Robert Campbell and Lance Franklin have lead the Hawks to an outstanding victory at Aurora Stadium today under the Launceston clouds. In a match that both sides needed to win, the 'Tasmanian' Hawks kicked 15 second half goals to Brisbane's 7 to win easily, 27.16 (178) to 14.13 (97), by a massive 81 points.

It was Robert Campbell's day out, with a career high 29 disposals, along with 11 marks, a massive 33 hitouts and to top it off, two goals to be the star of the thrashing. He comprehensively smashed Jamie Charman. Lance Franklin was also too damn good, kicking seven goals to leave the Lions defence pondering.

Heritage Round couldn't have seen son of VFL/AFL games record holder Michael Tuck, Travis, have a day out as the Rising Star favourite had another 21 touches and 10 marks. Stephen Gilham was also remarkable in a Croad-less backline. Gilham manned Jonathan Brown all day, holding the key to one goal, while Gilham kicked one himself and have 25 touches and 9 marks.

Sam Mitchell, Luke Hodge and Shane Crawford had 84 disposals between them, while Brad Sewell collected 18 himself. Mark Williams also found better form on the scoreboard with a handful of goals.

Simon Black was the Lions best, but not so at the stoppages with only three clearances, but managed 11 marks and 25 disposals including two goals. Travis Johnstone and Nigel Lappin also chipped in with a couple goals and found the ball on numerous occassions.

Robert Campbell out-rucked Jamie Charman all day in a brilliant game
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