Hawthorn will crown its 2024 Peter Crimmins Medallist on Saturday night.
With a number of Hawks having standout seasons, several players are in contention for the team's best and fairest award.
We ran our eyes over some of the players who could be in the mix to take home the coveted medal.
Dylan Moore
Dylan Moore’s heart-and-soul attitude was on full display this season, leading his side brilliantly as co-vice-captain, whilst putting his body on the line in every game. The 25-year-old played every game this season with strong averages of 19.5 disposals, 7.2 score involvements, 5.3 marks and 4.1 inside 50s per game. His outstanding form saw him rewarded with his first All Australian blazer, but could it also yield a Peter Crimmins Medal win?
Jai Newcombe
The runner-up of the past two seasons, is this Jai Newcombe’s year? The star midfielder polled the most Brownlow votes of any Hawk to finish 10th in the overall count. In a strong midfield group, Newcombe produced averages of 24.8 disposals, 6.5 score involvements, 5.9 clearances and 4.2 inside 50s per game. He also finished the year strongly with 15 coaches’ votes across his two finals performances.
James Worpel
The midfield dynamo produced another consistent season in Sam Mitchell’s engine room, averaging 21.8 disposals, 5.3 clearances, 5.3 inside 50s and 4.4 tackles per game. He started off the season particularly well and also polled the second-most Brownlow votes of any Hawk this season. Can he back up his 2019 Peter Crimmins Medal with another top gong in 2024?
Karl Amon
The running defender was a picture of consistency down back for the brown and gold this season, impressing with his elite kicking, hard running and leadership. The 29-year-old was ranked elite in metres gained (543 per game) and above average in disposals (22.1 per game) as well as marks (5.7 per game). In his second season at the Hawks, Amon had a huge impact on the team’s turnaround from a 0-5 start to a finals berth.
Massimo D’Ambrosio
The former mid-season draftee was outstanding in his first season with the Hawks, averaging 21.1 disposals, five marks and 4.5 score involvements after playing every possible game this season. The 21-year-old was ranked among the best wingers in the competition, highlighted by his ascendancy to All Australian squad selection. Could the first-year Hawk round out his super season with a Peter Crimmins Medal?
Jarman Impey
A mainstay in Hawthorn’s backline, Jarman Impey proved to be invaluable this season. Renowned for his run and carry and precise kicking, the 29-year-old ranked above average in disposals (18.8 per game), marks (5.6 per game) and intercept possessions (5.4 per game) while featuring in every match this season.
Jack Scrimshaw
Another member of Hawthorn’s consistent backline, Jack Scrimshaw has had a solid campaign to put himself in contention for this year’s Peter Crimmins Medal. The 26-year-old showcased his intercepting strengths as well as his endurance while matching up on some of the best forwards across the league. He finished the year with averages of 18.1 disposals (ranked elite), 7.6 intercept possessions (ranked above average) and 5.9 marks (ranked above average).
Connor Macdonald
One of Hawthorn’s brightest young forwards, Connor Macdonald enjoyed a memorable year in 2024. The 21-year-old built on his previous 20 and 21-game seasons to play every game this year, averaging 17.4 disposals, 6.2 score involvements and 5.3 marks - ranking elite in all three stat categories. He backed that up with 28 goals for the season, highlighting both his consistency and scoring ability.
