Hawthorn is delighted to announce the club has already signed on over 50,000 members ahead of season 2022.

The news comes after the release of next year's Round 1 fixture which will see the Hawks kick off their campaign in front of a home crowd against North Melbourne at the MCG on March 20. 

The 2022 season will see Hawthorn usher in a new era as Sam Mitchell takes the reins for the first time as senior coach, backed up by a promising, young playing list that is determined to make waves across the competition.

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Mitchell said it was inspiring to see the brown and gold family show its support and excitement.

"I'd just like to thank each and every one of the 50,000 members who have already signed on to be a part of this new journey," Mitchell said.

"With our Round 1 match-up against the Roos locked in in front of a home crowd at the MCG, it just makes me more excited for what's to come in 2022.

"With the whole group back on deck as of Monday, the boys are all looking fighting fit and really motivated to work this summer.

"So, I'd urge any one who hasn't yet jumped on board and signed up yet to do so because we can't wait to our members back in the stands!"

The entire Hawthorn playing group returned to pre-season officially on Monday, with the list subjected to a gruelling 3x1km time trial on day one.