With the AFLW season beginning in just over 30 days, it's a great opportunity for Hawks fans to find out a little bit more about No. 34, Akec Makur Chuot.
Nickname: Kechi
Position: Winger
Previous AFLW Clubs: Fremantle (2017), Richmond (2020-2022)
Draft History: Pick 139, 2016 AFL Women's Draft
Senior Clubs: Swan Districts (WAFLW), Richmond (VFLW), Carlton (VFLW)
Community Clubs: Mount Lawley Hawks (WA)
Bio: Makur Chuot is no stranger to the AFLW system, having played 23 games with Fremantle and Richmond. She went on to perform at her most consistent level yet with Hawthorn, playing all 10 games in Season 7 in a new role on the wing. The South Sudanese star also won Hawthorn's Mark of the Year award at the club's best and fairest night, topping it off with a top 10 finish in the final count.
Honours:
- 8th place finish in Hawthorn's inaugural best and fairest
- Hawthorn Mark of the Year award winner
