President Jeff Kennett was honoured in a farewell tribute video followed by his final Peter Crimmins Medal address as President, sending a clear message that Hawthorn Football Club is in a healthy position and will continue to prosper in the future.
Captain Luke Hodge and Senior Coach Alastair Clarkson pledged their commitment and dedication to the 2012 campaign.
It was a close race in the beginning of the count, however eventual winner Sam Mitchell retained his number one spot for the entire night, resulting in his third Peter Crimmins Medal.
It was a close contest from second to fifth place, with defender Josh Gibson taking out runner-up and Tassie recruit Grant Birchall placing third.
Peter Crimmins Medal Top Ten
Sam Mitchell - 177 votes
Josh Gibson - 160 votes
Grant Birchall - 138 votes
Lance Franklin - 135 votes
Luke Hodge - 126 votes
Jordan Lewis - 125 votes
Liam Shiels - 105 votes
Cyril Rioli - 103 votes
Brad Sewell - 102 votes
Shaun Burgoyne - 86 votes
A number of other Club awards were given to players throughout the night, including:
Paul Puopolo - Best First Year Player Jordan Lewis - Best Clubman Liam Shiels - Most Improved Player Josh Gibson - Most Consistent Player Josh Gibson - Best Player in FinalsDid you attend the Peter Crimmins Medal but forgot to purchase your Snappy Pics photo? Purchase them online now!
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(L-R): Third placed Grant Birchall, Peter Crimmins Medallist Sam Mitchell and second placed Josh Gibson.
The Hawks celebrated their 2011 best and fairest awards in style at Crown Palladium.
