The final weekend of the home-and-away season throws up selection curveballs each year, and it could see one of the AFL’s biggest stars rested in a divisive move.
Plus, selection intrigue grows at Melbourne with a key figure expected to miss multiple weeks through suspension as a forgotten veteran makes a successful return to football. More in Round 24 Team Tips!
ROUND 24 TEAMS AND FIXTURE (all times AEST)
Round 24
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ST KILDA v GOLD COAST SUNS
Thursday August 20, 7:30pm at Marvel Stadium
Saints’ Round 23 side
B: J.Silvagni, C.Wilkie (c), L.O’Connell
HB: A.Hastie, M.Windhager, L.Stocker
C: D.Wilson, M.Owens, H.Boxshall
HF: R.Byrnes, J.Higgins, B.Hill
F: C.Sharman, R.Marshall, D.Butler
FOLL: T.De Koning, J.Macrae, M.Hall
I/C: T.Travaglia, M.Phillipou, A.Tauru, H.Garcia, C.Lake
EMG: L.Ryan, C.Banfield, A.Caminiti
In: – A.Hastie, D.Butler, J.Macrae, T.Travaglia, A.Tauru
Out: – M.Wood (Injured), N.Wanganeen-Milera (Injured), A.Caminiti (Omitted), H.Clark (Managed), L.Ryan (Managed)
Team Tips: With their finals hopes officially gone, there’s a chance any Saints that have been playing underdone get put on ice. The likes of Jack Silvagni and Tom De Koning battled through to play in recent weeks but might sit out the final game and get sent in for any operations required. Alix Tauru looked sore but played out the win over Richmond after a thigh knock and could also be a watch. Liam Henry (32 disposals, one goal), Kyle Fincher (29 touches, 11 marks) and Jack Carroll (26 disposals) were among their standout VFL performers and Hunter Clark and Liam Ryan were both managed as other options to come in.
Suns’ Round 23 side
B: M.Andrew, S.Collins, B.Uwland
HB: D.Rioli, W.Powell, J.Noble
C: S.Clohesy, N.Anderson (c), B.Addinsall
HF: C.Petracca, B.Humphrey, L.Gulbin
F: L.Lombard, J.Walter, B.King
FOLL: N.Moyle, M.Rowell, T.Miller
I/C: C.Ballard, J.Jeffrey, E.Read, B.Long, J.Rogers
EMG: N.Holman, J.Witts, J.Murray
In: – S.Collins, B.Addinsall
Out: – Z.Uwland (Omitted), J.Farrar (Personal Reason)
Team Tips: They’ve been reasonably stable in recent weeks … but do they send their best team to Melbourne? Retiring tw0-club veteran Nick Holman will get one last call-up, which will see his AFL career finish at 154 games. In the reserves, Zeke Uwland responded to his axing with 30 disposals and a goal. Ben Jepson had 36 touches, while Jai Murray (32 disposals), Jamarra Ugle-Hagan (four goals) and Dylan Patterson (23 touches) were also running around in the twos. A win could see them leapfrog North Melbourne, so it wouldn’t be a shock if a few Suns were rested for their final hit-out of 2026.
The double-edged sword ruining the Suns | 06:00
COLLINGWOOD v BRISBANE LIONS
Friday August 21, 7:40pm at the MCG
Magpies’ Round 23 side
B: L.Puncher, B.Frampton, N.Howes
HB: I.Quaynor, D.Houston, S.Swadling
C: H.Harrison, E.Allan, J.Crisp
HF: B.McCreery, A.Anderson, L.Schultz
F: D.McStay, T.Membrey, C.West
FOLL: D.Cameron, J.De Goey, N.Daicos (c)
I/C: J.Daicos, S.Pendlebury, W.Hayes, N.Long, R.Steele
EMG: L.Sullivan, J.Buller, H.Harrison
In: – J.De Goey, S.Pendlebury
Out: – L.Sullivan (Omitted), S.Sidebottom (Illness)
Team Tips: To rest or not to rest? The former might seem the obvious choice with an MCG final against either Carlton or the Western Bulldogs locked in next week. And with Steele Sidebottom (illness), Pat Lipinski (calf), Brayden Maynard (knee/hamstring) and Jeremy Howe (arm) all in the frame to return. It could also make selection easier after a youthful Pies side’s impressive showing against Hawthorn. The likes of Nick Daicos, Josh Daicos, Darcy Cameron, Dan McStay, Billy Frampton and Scott Pendlebury could be given a spell if any need a rest before finals. That could put Harry DeMattia (26 touches), Tyan Prindable (22 disposals, eight tackles, one goal) and Harrison Coe (15 touches, 44 hit-outs) in the frame to debut after encouraging VFL showings.
Lions’ Round 23 side
B: N.Answerth, H.Andrews (c), R.Lester
HB: D.Wilmot, D.Gardiner, D.Zorko
C: J.Berry, W.Ashcroft, Z.Bailey
HF: C.Cameron, L.Morris, O.Allen
F: E.Hipwood, C.Rayner, K.Lohmann
FOLL: D.Fort, J.Dunkley, L.Neale
I/C: S.Draper, J.Fletcher, L.Ashcroft, D.Annable, C.McKenna
EMG: L.McCarthy, Z.Zakostelsky, J.Tunstill
In: Nil
Out: Nil
Team Tips: Chris Fagan won’t be stuffing around at selection with a top four spot very much on the line. Basically at full strength outside of Hugh McCluggage (calf), who they’ve already confirmed won’t return until finals. Ty Gallop is due back from suspension in an intriguing call for selection committee. You sense Gallop will be brought through the VFL despite playing 17 games prior to that Round 20 suspension, though Fagan’s side has been undermanned for a fair chunk of the season. Keidean Coleman (27 touches, one goal), James Tunstill (two goals from 32 disposals, 11 tackles) and Bruce Reville (33 touches) among their best in the VFL team’s 103-point domination of Gold Coast, but hard to see them wanting to change much.
“Another charge to the Premiership!” | 08:39
CARTLON v FREMANTLE
Saturday August 22, 1:15pm at Marvel Stadium
Blues’ Round 23 side
B: L.Cowan, J.Weitering, B.Wilson
HB: M.McGovern, H.Dean, O.Florent
C: M.Cottrell, P.Cripps (c), A.Cerra
HF: T.Byrne, H.McKay, B.Ainsworth
F: C.Lord, B.Kemp, F.Evans
FOLL: M.Pittonet, G.Hewett, S.Walsh
I/C: N.Haynes, J.Smith, W.Hayward, W.Derksen, B.Acres
EMG: J.Ison, L.Young, J.Boyd
In: – J.Weitering
Out: – L.Young (Omitted)
Team Tips: Finals are locked in to complete the club’s stunning turnaround under caretaker coach Josh Fraser, who’s won the role on a full-time basis. A win could see the Blues avoid a trip to Adelaide Oval to face the Crows in finals, so you’d expect Fraser rolls out his best side, unless some players need a rest. There will be a watch on Will Hayward (ankle) after he failed to finish the draw with the Bulldogs. If reinforcements are required, Ollie Hollands (31 touches, one goal), Lucas Camporeale (32 disposals) and Lachie Fogarty (25 touches) played well in the twos to put their hand up for a recall. But spots are tight in Fraser’s side right now.
Dockers’ Round 23 side
B: B.Cox, A.Pearce (c), H.Chapman
HB: J.Clark, L.Ryan, K.Worner
C: M.Johnson, A.Brayshaw, M.Frederick
HF: S.Bolton, I.Dudley, S.Switkowski
F: P.Voss, J.Amiss, J.Treacy
FOLL: L.Jackson, C.Serong, H.Young
I/C: M.Cox, C.Scerri, N.Erasmus, N.O’Driscoll, O.McDonald
EMG: J.McVee, T.Murray, T.Whan
In: – A.Pearce, C.Scerri
Out: – M.Reid (Injured), J.McVee (Omitted)
Team Tips: In no surprise, Justin Longmuir’s side clinched top spot on the ladder. But also won’t play their qualifying final for another fortnight, so there’s no real incentive to rest players outside of protecting them from injury. Could be wise to wrap some stars in cotton wool until September, particularly the likes of Hayden Young, who’s been marred by soft tissue injuries, and Alex Pearce, who seemed hampered by a knock to his heavily-strapped left knee. Longmuir on Tuesday believed Murphy Reid would be unlikely to come back into the frame following a nasty testicle blow in Round 22. Sean Darcy won’t be back, however, after the ruckman suffered a calf injury in the WAFL; though the initial hope is it isn’t serious. Meanwhile, a strong twos performance from Jeremy Sharp (33 disposals, seven tackles) has put him in contention for a recall and his first senior showing since Round 8.
1st place Freo have no plans of resting | 01:40
MELBOURNE v WESTERN BULLDOGS
Saturday August 22, 4:15pm at the MCG
Demons’ Round 23 side
B: J.Bowey, J.Lever, D.Turner
HB: C.Salem, T.McDonald, C.Jiath
C: H.Sharp, T.Sparrow, H.Langford
HF: K.Pickett, M.Jefferson, E.Langdon
F: K.Tholstrup, J.van Rooyen, K.Chandler
FOLL: M.Gawn (c), J.Steele, C.Windsor
I/C: B.Laurie, T.Rivers, B.Fritsch, H.Petty, J.Fitzgerald
EMG: X.Taylor, M.Heath, P.Cross
In: Nil
Out: Nil
Team Tips: Another compelling showing from Steven King’s Demons against Port Adelaide has them in great shape heading into September. Still in the running for top four and to avoid dropping to a wildcard spot, so they’ll put their best foot forward at the MCG. And while they may have got through its trip to Adelaide Oval unscathed, the absence of Jacob van Rooyen looms large after being handed a three-game suspension after a marking contest left opponent Aliir Aliir concussed. Utility Tom McDonald makes the most logical sense to be swung forward for the Demons, which could see Xavier Taylor recalled down back. Jack Viney had 20 disposals (12 contested) with a goal in the VFL to give King something to ponder, though the Melbourne coach said the veteran midfielder wouldn’t be an automatic recall to the senior team. Jake Melksham (3.3 from 15 touches) and Xavier Lindsay (25 touches, one goal) also impressed at the lower level as potential reinforcements. But there’s every chance they go in unchanged for a second-straight week.
Bulldogs’ Round 23 side
B: M.Sellwood, B.Khamis, L.Carmichael
HB: L.Bramble, J.O’Donnell, B.Williams
C: S.Davidson, J.Freijah, C.Hynes
HF: C.Weightman, L.Emmett, A.Jones
F: J.Dolan, A.Naughton (c), J.Croft
FOLL: R.Lobb, R.Sanders, E.Richards
I/C: L.Jaques, L.Kennedy, M.Kennedy, T.Liberatore, R.West
EMG: J.Busslinger, O.Baker, L.McNeil
In: – L.Carmichael, L.Emmett, L.Kennedy
Out: – N.Coffield (Omitted), M.Bontempelli (Managed), T.English (Injured)
Team Tips: Just like last week, finals are again for Luke Beveridge’s crew. Though a loss to Melbourne could mean the Dogs have to visit the Crows at Adelaide Oval in their wildcard game. Marcus Bontempelli is no guarantee to return after the banged-up superstar was managed in the draw with Carlton. Tim English (MCL) has already been ruled out, but Bailey Dale (shoulder) and Connor Budarick (ankle) will push to make their returns. That could put halfbacks Lachlan Carmichael and Lachie Jaques under selection pressure. Jedd Busslinger (32 touches, 10 marks), Luke Cleary (28 disposals, nine marks) and Oscar Baker (26 touches, 10 marks) staked their claim for a recall with strong VFL performances.
Bevo praises Dogs youth | 01:41
GEELONG v RICHMOND
Saturday August 22, 7:45pm at the MCG
Cats’ Round 23 side
B: T.Stewart, C.O’Sullivan, L.Humphries
HB: Z.Guthrie, J.Henry, T.Bruhn
C: O.Dempsey, B.Smith, M.Blicavs
HF: G.Miers, O.Henry, B.Close
F: P.Dangerfield (c), S.Neale, J.Polkinghorne
FOLL: M.Edwards, T.Atkins, O.Mullin
I/C: J.Clark, M.O’Connor, J.Worpel, O.Wiltshire, S.Mannagh
EMG: J.Martin, M.Knevitt, R.Stanley
In: – P.Dangerfield, M.Edwards
Out: – S.De Koning (Injured), J.Martin (Managed)
Team Tips: A couple of injury concerns going into what should be a simple assignment with a top six spot on the line. James Worpel (hamstring) and Oliver Wilthsire (foot)both failed to finish the win against North. Sam De Koning also missed the game due to a bursa in his knee in a watch this week. Jack Martin should be good to return from a rest, while George Stevens (35 touches, one goal), Rhys Stanley (two goals from 19 touches) and Mitch Knevitt (one goal, 27 disposals) were among their best in the VFL. Jeremy Cameron could also come into frame with that AC joint injury, though you suspect the club would play a cautious approach with the star forward and ensure he’s fit for finals.
Tigers’ Round 23 side
B: N.Broad, B.Miller, K.Annand
HB: T.Brown, S.Banks, N.Vlastuin
C: P.Retschko, T.Taranto, J.Clarke
HF: S.Campbell, S.Green, H.Ralphsmith
F: T.Lynch, S.Lalor, M.Lefau
FOLL: T.Nankervis (c), J.Ross, D.Prestia
I/C: J.Short, S.Grlj, T.Hotton, L.Trainor, H.Armstrong
EMG: M.Rioli, S.Ryan, T.Sonsie
In: – L.Trainor, H.Armstrong
Out: – T.Sonsie (Omitted), S.Ryan (Omitted)
Team Tips: Adem Yze sure wasn’t happy with his side’s effort in last week’s loss to St Kilda. They’re set two lose two experienced names, after Dion Prestia and Nathan Broad played their farewell games against the Saints. There will be a pressure on a few more Tigers including Harry Armstrong, Steely Green and Luke Trainor after they had limited influence on the weekend as the club’s three lowest-rated players. Kane McAuliffe (28 touches) and Samson Ryan (four goals) should be at the front of the queue for a recall as two of their best in a VFL win over St Kilda.
Prestia leaves door open to AFL future | 00:45
ADELAIDE v GWS GIANTS
Saturday August 22, 8:10pm at Adelaide Oval
Crows’ Round 23 side
B: J.Borlase, J.Worrell, M.Michalanney
HB: I.Cumming, M.Keane, B.Cook
C: J.Peatling, J.Dawson (c), C.Ah Chee
HF: L.Nankervis, R.Thilthorpe, J.Rachele
F: H.Hall-Kahan, D.Fogarty, D.Curtin
FOLL: L.McAndrew, I.Rankine, J.Soligo
I/C: R.Laird, B.Keays, Z.Taylor, S.Berry, T.Murray
EMG: B.Dowling, C.Jones, T.Walker
In: – J.Borlase, L.Nankervis, D.Fogarty, L.McAndrew, J.Soligo, T.Murray
Out: – A.Neal-Bullen (Personal Reason), T.Walker (Managed), R.O’Brien (Omitted), A.Ludowyke (Omitted), B.Dowling (Omitted), O.Ryan (Omitted)
Team Tips: The Crows should welcome back Alex Neal-Bullen and Taylor Walker to a brave side that took Fremantle all the way at Optus Stadium. Wayne Milera will also be in the mix to return from a hamstring injury in a potential triple boost for Matthew Nicks’ as his crew fights desperately to jump out of a wildcard spot. Toby Murray is front of the line to make way for Walker, while the likes of Max Michalanney will also feel selection heat and could get squeezed out.
Giants’ Round 23 side
B: J.Fonti, S.Taylor, C.Idun
HB: L.Whitfield, H.Himmelberg, L.Ash
C: R.Angwin, C.Oliver, H.Thomas
HF: S.Coniglio, M.Gruzewski, C.Stone
F: J.Stringer, A.Cadman, C.Brown
FOLL: N.Madden, T.Greene (c), H.Rowston
I/C: J.Delana, C.Angove, R.Hamilton, T.McMullin, K.Briggs
EMG: J.Ough, J.Riccardi
In: – C.Angove, T.McMullin, C.Stone
Out: – J.Laverde (Injured), X.O’Halloran (Injured), T.Bedford (Injured)
Team Tips: A potential chance to put any sore bodies on ice for the Giants’ last game of the season with finals officially out of reach. That could also mean leaving out those injured players who missed last week and getting more experience into the club’s younger crop. Speaking of youth, Jack Ough (32 disposals) and Harrison Oliver (22 touches, eight marks) could get called up for the last game of the season as two that will hope to take on bigger roles in 2027. It could be the last time we see a few Giants who are out of contract, including skipper Toby Greene, Stephen Coniglio, Kieren Briggs and Jake Stringer.
Giants finish Home Campaign in style! | 09:03
ESSENDON v PORT ADELAIDE
Sunday August 23, 12:20pm at Marvel Stadium
Bombers’ Round 23 side
B: A.McGrath (c), Z.Reid, M.Redman
HB: J.Prior, A.Roberts, J.Artemis
C: M.Kondogiannis, W.Setterfield, A.Clarke
HF: J.Caldwell, N.Caddy, A.Day-Wicks
F: I.Kako, P.Wright, K.Langford
FOLL: V.Visentini, Z.Merrett, D.Sharp
I/C: J.Farrow, A.Perkins, H.Jones, N.Bryan, R.Unwin
EMG: E.Tsatas, H.El Achkar, L.Blakiston
In: – A.Clarke, H.Jones, N.Bryan
Out: – S.Durham (Injured), Z.Johnson (Omitted), H.El Achkar (Managed)
Team Tips: Midfielder Darcy Parish remains the only player who could return from injury this weekend to see off a hellish 2026 season for the Bombers. They thankfully got away from Sunday evening’s loss to Sydney mostly unscathed, though the recovery of six-time best-and-fairest winner Zach Merrett could be a watch, after a nasty knock to the cheek brought major swelling. Sam Durham’s season is also expected to be over, as he continues to manage groin soreness. Having been out of the senior side since Round 12, Jade Gresham kicked five more majors off the back of four in the VFL the week before to put his hand up one final time for selection. Tom Edwards (22 disposals, three goals, three contested marks) was also impressive in their 27-point win, while Elijah Tsatas racked up 34 or more disposals for the ninth time this season in the same game. Angus Clarke, Harrison Jones and Jaxon Artemis were among the quieter types at senior level who could be replaced.
Power’s Round 23 side
B: J.Lai, H.Ramm, M.Bergman
HB: B.O’Brien, A.Aliir, L.Jones
C: J.Wehr, J.Horne-Francis, J.Burgoyne
HF: X.Bamert, T.Marshall, J.Richards
F: C.Durdin, M.Georgiades, J.Whitlock
FOLL: J.Sweet, O.Wines, W.Drew (c)
I/C: T.Anastasopoulos, M.Zadow, A.Van Wyk, J.Berry, D.Visentini
EMG: J.Mead, W.Lorenz, X.Walsh
In: – L.Jones, X.Bamert, J.Richards, M.Georgiades
Out: – D.Byrne-Jones (Suspension), C.Moraes (Omitted), J.Mead (Omitted), W.Lorenz (Omitted)
Team Tips: Port Adelaide’s tumultuous, injury-affected season is nearly over. All eyes will be on restricted free agent Zak Butters as he desperately tries to return from a nasty syndesmosis injury sustained in Round 18. However, the initial expectation is an appearance will be one bridge too far for the superstar midfielder to cross. They could also be without star key defender Aliir Aliir, whose season is over after a concussion amid the 76-point drubbing at the hands of Melbourne last Saturday night. Out-of-contract back Brandon Zerk-Thatcher is an obvious like-for-like replacement, who could be recalled for his fifth and final AFL game for 2026. The Power had a number of lowly-rated players in their 76-point drubbing at the hands of Melbourne, but with little selection pressure coming from the SANFL, bulk changes look unlikely. That said, the omitted Christian Moraes (24 disposals, six marks) and former Docker Will Brodie (26 disposals, 11 clearances) may be next in line, as could Will Lorenz (28 disposals, 10 intercepts).
Melbourne to challenge Van Rooyen ban | 00:25
SYDNEY v NORTH MELBOURNE
Sunday August 23, 3:20pm at the SCG
Swans’ Round 23 side
B: C.Mills (c), T.McCartin, D.Rampe
HB: N.Blakey, R.Bice, J.Hamling
C: M.Roberts, E.Gulden, J.Serong
HF: J.Lloyd, L.McDonald, B.Campbell
F: T.Papley, C.Curnow, J.Jordon
FOLL: B.Grundy, I.Heeney, Ch.Warner
I/C: H.Kyle, S.Wicks, B.Cootee, J.Dattoli, W.Green
EMG: H.McLean, C.Cleary, A.Sheldrick
In: – D.Rampe, B.Grundy
Out: – L.Melican (Omitted), H.McLean (Omitted)
Team Tips: Given Sydney’s shocking sexual assault probe that came to light on Monday morning, their team dynamic is extremely difficult to predict this early in the week. That being said, the quartet of Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner, James Jordon and Riley Bice — who have all been questioned by police on the matter — appear unlikely at this stage to take on the Kangaroos. In the instance they don’t play, the likes of Caiden Cleary and Angus Sheldrick, who were both emergencies in Round 23, look likely inclusions; particularly the former who had a whopping 30 disposals, 16 tackles and a goal in the VFL. Veteran defender Harry Cunningham would also be a logical inclusion down back, while Corey Warner and Tom Hanily will also be around the mark. Plus, pending fitness tests at training this week, Justin McInerney should return from a hamstring injury that has sidelined him for multiple months. Under the circumstances, you wouldn’t expect too many unforced changes; though Dean Cox may revert back to playing just the one ruckman in Brodie Grundy — leaving two-gamer Will Green in selection jeopardy.
Roos’ Round 23 side
B: A.Corr, C.Comben, L.Parker
HB: R.Hardeman, C.Daniel, C.McKercher
C: F.O’Sullivan, L.Davies-Uniacke, D.Stephens
HF: C.Spargo, C.Trembath, J.Simpkin
F: C.Zurhaar, N.Larkey (c), P.Curtis
FOLL: T.Xerri, G.Wardlaw, H.Sheezel
I/C: W.Dawson, G.Logue, J.Darling, T.Blamires, Z.Banch
EMG: B.Scott, J.Goater, M.Whitlock
No changes
Team Tips: After missing just two games in across his four-year career to date, Harry Sheezel is all but certain to miss North’s season finale this Sunday, after sustaining a broken cheekbone that looks likely to require surgery as per the Herald Sun’s Jon Ralph. Veteran Luke McDonald could be a straight swap for the star midfielder, as Alastair Clarkson ponders just how many changes to make to his valiant side. Tall Wil Dawson has limited impact with four disposals from 57% game time, and may be slightly vulnerable as a second ruck given a number of huge performances at VFL level. Father-son Cooper Harvey had an eye-watering 43 disposals and 13 marks in the reserves’ loss to the Cats, while perennial VFL ball-winner Bailey Scott went past the 40-disposal mark for the second time in three games. Up forward, mid-season draftee Ollie Griffin kicked three or more goals for the sixth time in nine matches to surely earn himself an AFL contract beyond 2026.
Swans – ‘You put a line through them’ | 04:52
WEST COAST v HAWTHORN
Sunday August 23, 7:20pm at Optus Stadium
Eagles’ Round 23 side
B: B.Starcevich, R.Bazzo, B.Hough
HB: L.Baker, T.Young, M.Herbert
C: W.Duursma, E.Yeo, L.Duggan (c)
HF: T.Gross, J.Shanahan, J.Graham
F: M.Murdock, J.Waterman, C.Duff-Tytler
FOLL: B.Williams, H.Reid, T.Kelly
I/C: J.Lindsay, T.McCarthy, T.Cole, J.Williams, H.Davis
EMG: M.Flynn, B.Allan, H.Schoenberg
In: – H.Davis
Out: – B.Allan (Managed)
Team Tips: The Eagles’ last rodeo for 2026 is unlikely to see too many changes, despite a very poor outing in western Sydney. Among the lower-rated players for the match were Cooper Duff-Tytler, Jack Williams and Hamish Davis, who may be vulnerable at selection. After being managed for Round 23, second-year player Bo Allan could be brought back to finish his year in the senior side, while Elijah Hewett didn’t play at any level over the weekend due to a nagging corked calf. In the WAFL side’s gritty 11-point win over Peel Thunder, tall Harry Barnett had his most impactful game in a while with three goals, while emergency Harry Schoenberg was busy with 23 disposals and 10 tackles.
Hawks’ Round 23 side
B: J.Sicily (c), T.Barrass, B.Hardwick
HB: J.Impey, B.Macdonald, J.Battle
C: H.Morrison, W.Day, M.D’Ambrosio
HF: D.Moore, M.Chol, M.Beattie
F: N.Watson, M.Lewis, J.Gunston
FOLL: L.Meek, J.Newcombe, C.Mackenzie
I/C: J.Weddle, J.Ginnivan, J.Ward, C.Macdonald, K.Amon
EMG: N.Reeves, F.Maginness, S.Butler
In: – B.Macdonald, M.Beattie
Out: – N.Reeves (Omitted), S.Butler (Omitted)
Team Tips: There’s still plenty to play for on Sunday night for the Hawks, who will need to make up a massive chunk of percentage to win back third spot and play Sydney in a qualifying final — assuming Brisbane take care of Collingwood on Friday night. Mid-season draftee Max Beattie looked lively on debut for his 10 disposals and goal, which could see him hold his spot over a number of VFL performers. In Box Hill’s 57-point win over Casey last Sunday, Cameron Nairn and Aidan Schubert kicked three goals a piece while all three emergencies over the weekend in Ned Reeves, Finn Maginness and Sam Butler were valuable contributors in the reserves. In short, bulk changes look rather unlikely with Noah Mraz (kidney) and Flynn Perez (groin) unavailable until the first weekend of September.
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