Mattea Breed impressed in many roles for the Hawks in her debut AFLW campaign.

The 22-year-old played eight games in 2023, starting as a forward before fulfilling roles in the ruck and down back.

Key 2023 stats:

Disposals per game: 6.8

Kicks per game: 4.3

Contested possessions per game: 4.3

Achievements:

• Nominated for AFLPA AFLW Best First Year Player 

Best game:

Round 9 v Port Adelaide 

Breed tallied career-high disposals (13), handballs (7), hit-outs (9) and tackles (4) in her team's eight-point win at Kinetic Stadium.