Hawks youngster Denver Grainger-Barras has signed a new two-year deal that will see him remain at the club until at least the end of 2024.
Grainger-Barras, who hails from Western Australia, made a quick impression in his first AFL season last year after being taken with Pick 6 in the 2020 AFL Draft.
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A knee injury sidelined the 19-year-old early in the season, but he went on to play five senior games late in the year, displaying promising attributes as a key figure for the future of the Hawks’ defence.
National Recruiting & List Manager Mark McKenzie said he was excited to see the youngster take the next step in his development this year.
“It’s great news for the club and exciting for our fans to have Denver commit for a further two years,” McKenzie said.
“He is one that brings a great energy to the side, will throw himself at every contest, reads the ball well and provides a strong aerial presence down back.
“He has shown a real willingness to compete and absorb as much as he can, and we’re confident he’ll continue to improve in 2022.
“We know Denver will take confidence from his form across his appearances last season and we’re excited to see where further development can take him over future years.”
