Bateman will fight to keep his spot in the Hawks' best 22 after injuries and form again affected his 2011. However, the gutsy midfielder still managed 17 games and his effort against the Swans in the semi-final was his best for the year. He is still hard-running, but has been given more run-with assignments over the past two seasons.
Draft history: 1999 National AFL Draft 4th round selection (Hawthorn) No. 48 overall on-traded by Collingwood to Essendon for Jonathon Robran and No. 40 (David Hille).
In Round 8 the AFL celebrates Indigenous Round, recognising Indigenous Australians in the game...Tuesday, May 15, 2012 - 10:57PM
Hawthorn's Chance Bateman sensed the impact that recruit Shaun Burgoyne could have on the club before he even walked in the doorFriday, July 30, 2010 - 5:08PM
Hawthorn midfielder Chance Bateman says getting close to the Cats won't be good enough when they meet this weekendMonday, July 05, 2010 - 10:14AM
Chance Bateman said a tough match plus a short break meant Hawthorn would reduce its training load ahead of the clash with the Western BulldogsTuesday, April 06, 2010 - 12:06PM
Hawk Chance Bateman says Lance Franklin is not worried about the treatment he receives from umpiresMonday, July 27, 2009 - 2:09PM
Chance Bateman speaks to the media ahead of the Hawks first bye.Wednesday, April 27, 2011 - 2:16PM
Ben Dixon has a chat to midfielder Chance Bateman about the finals, Club News is back and we ask fans who they think will win this years grand final.Friday, September 03, 2010 - 5:29PM
Chance Bateman speaks to the media ahead of the Hawks clash with the Cats.Monday, July 05, 2010 - 10:54AM
Simone Austin and Chance Bateman talk to Peter Hudson about the importance of eating well.Thursday, June 17, 2010 - 2:29PM
Kyle puts Bateman to the test in Quizzed by Kids, Natasha Chokljat gives tips on a career in sport and Roller Derby is discovered in Tassie.Friday, April 30, 2010 - 5:29PM
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