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One of the most durable and popular Hawks, Liam Shiels averaged 21.1 disposals and 4.7 tackles a game in 2021, with his work off the ball continuing to be a big part of his game. The triple premiership player is now one of the longest-serving Hawthorn players, which is evidenced by his fantastic leadership. Shiels has continued to provide an important role, as well as provide mentorship for the young, up-and-coming Hawks in 2022.

Brownlow Medal: 1 (2020) 32 (career)
Draft history: 2008 NAB AFL Draft 2nd round selection (Hawthorn) No. 34 overall.


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Liam Shiels
One of the most durable and popular Hawks, Liam Shiels averaged 21.1 disposals and 4.7 tackles a game in 2021, with his work off the ball continuing to be a big part of his game. The triple premiership player is now one of the longest-serving Hawthorn players, which is evidenced by his fantastic leadership. Shiels has continued to provide an important role, as well as provide mentorship for the young, up-and-coming Hawks in 2022.

Brownlow Medal: 1 (2020) 32 (career)
Draft history: 2008 NAB AFL Draft 2nd round selection (Hawthorn) No. 34 overall.


Player sponsorship: CIE (Platinum), Smith McCarthy Wilson (Gold).

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Team and player honours

Player Honours
5th place - Peter Crimmins Medal
Years award won:
2020
Player Honours
Best Player in Finals
Years award won:
2018
Player Honours
Hawthorn FC Life Member
Years award won:
2017
Player Honours
Best Clubman
Years award won:
2017
Player Honours
Premiership Player
Years award won:
2013, 2014, 2015
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Most Improved Player
Years award won:
2011
Player Honours
Debut
Years award won:
R10 2009 v Adelaide

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Elite 1-10%
Above Avg 11-35%
Average 36-66%
Below Avg 67-100%
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Latest Player Videos

  • 02:02

    R14: Shiels after loss to Swans

    Hear from Liam Shiels as he spoke following the loss to the Swans in Sydney.

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  • 01:27

    R6: Shiels on the win

    Liam Shiels had a ripper of a game bagging three goals and guiding the Hawks to a 5 point win.

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  • 00:27

    Mighty Fighting Hawks Teaser

    The Mighty Fighting Hawks are coming.

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  • 02:33

    Three more years of this

    Liam Shiels signs on for another three years and gives Hawks fans the confidence knowing they will see plenty more of these highlights.

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  • 01:21

    The Stand Outs - Liam Shiels R17

    Watch Liam Shiels tremendous effort in round 17 against the Lions.

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  • 07:10

    Liam Shiels 'He's a superstar player'

    Liam Shiels spoke to the media today following the strong win in Perth.

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  • 01:54

    Goals of the Week: v Blues Round 18

    With a huge percentage boosting win over the Blues, there were plenty of majors to choose from for this week's Goals of the Week.

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  • 01:05

    R17: Shiels 'Something we're working on'

    HawksTV speaks to Liam Shiels after our round 17 defeat.

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  • 00:41

    R14: Shiels' snap fires up the Hawks

    Liam Shiels gathered and broke free to get this snap goal during the second quarter which formed part a four goal run for the side.

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  • 01:24

    R10: Liam Shiels post-match

    We hear from Liam Shiels after our loss to West Coast

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Latest Player News

  1. '19 Rewind: Liam Shiels

    Liam Shiels quietly put together one of the best seasons of his career in 2019.

  2. Pup shows bark

    Midfielder Liam Shiels is Hawthorn’s Round 14 MVP for his impressive performance against Sydney.

  3. Shiels: It's on us

    The responsibility of continuing to build the club culture is not lost on Liam Shiels.

  4. The Mighty Fighting

    The mission of the task force is simple; lead Hawthorn Football Club to victory.

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