Hawthorn will be hoping to cause an upset to the Western Bulldogs this Sunday when they meet for their Round 23 clash at UTAS Stadium.
The Hawks will play their final game of the season, while the ninth-placed Dogs will be doing all they can to bound into the finals.
It will also mark an historic moment as veteran and beloved Hawthorn captain Ben McEvoy hangs up his boots after the match.
Fans will be able to show their appreciation for Big Boy's integrity, courage and inspirational leadership for the last time.
Irishman Conor Nash will also be celebrating his 50th career game.
Sunday's game also signifies Tasmania’s inaugural Emergency Services Match where players, members and the Tasmanian community come together to say thank you to the hard working and selfless workers and volunteers of Tasmania’s emergency services.
Details:
WHO: Hawthorn vs Western Bulldogs
WHEN: Saturday 21 August 1.10pm (AEST)
WHERE: UTAS Stadium
BROADCAST: Fox Sports
How to watch
For those wanting to follow along at home, the game will be broadcast live on Foxtel, and can be streamed through Kayo.
Follow @hawthornfc on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for updates throughout the game.
Attending the Game
Tasmania Police, Ambulance Tasmania, Tasmania Fire and the SES will have activation stations outside Gates 1 and 4 and information marquees inside the stadium.
Fans can also show their appreciation with a standing ovation when the emergency service men and women do a half time lap of honour.
Fans can also visit the Chemist Warehouse marquee and have your head taped like Big Boy.
If you are flying over for the game, enjoy an extra 5% discount when you book Melbourne Airport Parking online with code HAWKS2022.
Membership and Ticketing
Round 23 is the last UTAS home game for 2022! All members with home game entitlements have access to this game (excluding 3-game members and Hawks Insider).
For more information on how to attend this game including how to access your digital membership card click here.
The Hawthorn Club Hub will be located outside Gate 2.
Merchandise
Game Day Special: 40% off Hawthorn Adidas Apparel at HawksNest, online and at the MCG.
HawksNest outlets will be available at the game for you to suit up in the latest Hawthorn gear! Outlets will be available at Gates 2 and 4, and will be open from when gates open. Hawks members, don't forget to show your 2022 membership card for 10% off your full price purchase.
Last time we met
Western Bulldogs (125) defeated Hawthorn (83) – Round 15, 2022
The Western Bulldogs booted 13 goals in a row to steamroll a fast-starting Hawthorn on its way to a comfortable 42-point victory at Marvel Stadium.
The Dogs shook off another slow start to get out to a 47-point margin in the last on the back of dominance in the centre clearances, before coasting to the final siren.
Hawthorn could have gone into its shell in the fourth quarter, but instead finally broke the Dogs' run of 13 goals and continued to play with dare out of defence.
Jack Scrimshaw stood up under enormous pressure for Hawthorn, taking 12 marks to go with his 26 disposals, while James Worpel (25 and seven clearances) battled hard against one of the deepest midfields in the competition.
Our last game
Richmond (128) defeated Hawthorn (67)
Richmond flexed its muscle to confirm a finals spot with a 61-point win of Hawthorn at the MCG on Sunday.
Lynch kicked four of his eight in a remarkable third-quarter display from the Tigers, who piled on 9.2 from 13 inside 50s to pull away for a 20.8 (128) to 9.13 (67) victory.
The reality is Richmond was always in control, led well around the ball by Dion Prestia, who had 30 disposals with a game-high 11 clearances and two goals, along with former skipper Trent Cotchin, who had 30 touches with a game-high 17 contested possessions.
Hawthorn had few winners for the day, although tagger Finn Maginness claimed another scalp, restricting Shai Bolton to 13 disposals.
Retiring captain Ben McEvoy, in his penultimate game, Jai Newcombe and makeshift midfielder James Sicily tried hard for the Hawks, while veteran forwards Jack Gunston and Luke Breust finished with two goals each.
