Hawthorn has selected Henry Hustwaite with Pick 37 in the 2022 national draft. 

After starting his year in defence, Hustwaite later moved into the midfield where his height became of great use around the ball.

Averaging 21 disposals for Vic Country and 23 disposals for the Dandenong Stingrays as well as five clearances a game, Hustwaite possesses clean skills and composure beyond his years. 

Though the Stingrays fell short of a second flag in five years, Hustwaite established himself as a genuine top-level chance throughout 2022.

He played 12 games for Dandenong in this year’s NAB League season, earning an AFL Academy call-up and Vic Country honours along the way.

Compared to the likes of Collingwood star Scott Pendlebury for his left-foot kicking and composure, Hustwaite offers invaluable natural footballing traits which help him shine.

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