HAWTHORN President Andrew Newbold was met by a tremendous cheer as he announced that the Club has reached 50,000 ALWAYS HAWTHORN members today.

The announcement came as Newbold took to the stage in front of thousands of Hawks fans at the Club's Family Day at Glenferrie Oval.

It is the fourth consecutive season that the Hawks have reached the milestone, since they were the first AFL club to break through the elusive barrier in 2009.

Although this achievement is a significant milestone, the Club has its sights firmly set on 60,000 members.

To renew your membership or to sign up as a new member, visit membership.hawthornfc.com.au.