When a forward finishes third in the best and fairest for a side that struggles, it’s some effort. Following on from a breathtaking 2008 season when he kicked 113 goals, Franklin was subjected to scrutiny at times last year, but his pre-season was hampered by injuries, his scoring opportunities were limited and he spent more time up the field. He still slotted 67 goals, fourth in the AFL, and his general conversion rate improved from 56.22 per cent in 2008 to 59.22 per cent last season.Draft history: 2004 NAB AFL Draft 1st round selection (Hawthorn) No. 5 overall.
Hawks' star Lance Franklin trained without discomfort and will be included in the team to play St Kilda on Friday nightThursday, July 22, 2010 - 12:10PM
Hawthorn's Michael Osborne says star forward Lance Franklin is looking forward to his match-up with former teammate Zac Dawson on Friday nightMonday, July 19, 2010 - 11:38AM
Hawthorn full-forward Lance Franklin will sit out Saturday's match against the Brisbane Lions in LauncestonFriday, July 16, 2010 - 12:43PM
Travis Cloke has been handed a three-week suspension, meaning the Pies' star will miss the St Kilda clash even if he pleads guilty to strikingTuesday, July 13, 2010 - 8:36AM
Lance Franklin has a warning to sound to the top teams as the 2008 premiers begin approaching top form Wednesday, June 30, 2010 - 11:12AM
Jett quizzes Sam Grimley, HawksActive takes a look at the Junior Rioli Members Clinic and Tasmanian Community Sport features the boat harbour surf club.Friday, July 30, 2010 - 4:36PM
Lance Franklin and Barry Hall will face off on friday night at the MCGFriday, July 02, 2010 - 11:00AM
Lance Franklins outstanding performance against Essendon on friday nightSunday, June 20, 2010 - 7:13PM
Barry Hall, Daniel Bradshaw and Lance Franklin kick big bags of goals on the weekendMonday, April 26, 2010 - 5:44PM
Cameron Stokes is put on the spot for Time On, HawksKids joins Cyril, Lance and Ryan at the Junior Rioli Clinic, Grant Birchall looks at the NEC Tassie Hawks Cup and Albert Lord PhD DT praises Buddys 113 DT points.Saturday, July 18, 2009 - 9:02AM
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