Hawthorn is back in action for its second AFLW hit-out of the year.

The Hawks will face Melbourne for the first time in their AFLW history when the two teams go head-to-head at Casey Fields from 2.05pm on Saturday.

The team will look to build on their promising match simulation performance against the Western Bulldogs last week in Saturday's official practice match.

Hawks fans can get excited to see the likes of 2022 draftees Jasmine Fleming, Mackenzie Eardley and Laura Elliott for the first time this year, while leadership group member Catherine Brown is also set to feature for her first 2023 appearance in brown and gold.

Check out everything you need to know about the game below.

Details

WHO: Melbourne v Hawthorn 

WHEN: Saturday 19 August, 2.05pm

WHERE: Casey Fields 

ENTRY: Free! Gates open one hour before the first bounce. 

How to follow 

LIVE STREAM: Head to hawthornfc.com.au or click here 30 minutes before the first bounce (approx. 1.35pm) to view a live stream of the game. The link will also be posted to Hawthorn's AFLW social media channels.

SOCIAL MEDIA: Follow the Hawks on Facebook, Twitter/ X and Instagram. 

Who's in the squad?

Great question! Check it out below and read more here. 

1. Tegan Cunningham 

2. Janet Baird 

3. Greta Bodey 

4. Mattea Breed 

5. Jasmine Fleming 

6. Zoe Barbakos 

8. Tahlia Fellows 

10. Kaitlyn Ashmore 

11. Jenna Richardson 

12. Louise Stephenson 

13. Aine McDonagh 

15. Bridget Deed 

17. Mackenzie Eardley 

18. Tilly Lucas-Rodd (c) 

19. Bridie Hipwell 

20. Laura Elliott 

22. Tamara Luke 

24. Tamara Smith 

25. Emily Everist 

26. Casey Dumont 

34. Akec Makur Chuot 

39. Emily Bates 

41. Kristy Stratton 

42. Catherine Brown

Anything else I should look out for?

New rules! 

These include:

  • Quarters extended by about two minutes, depending on stoppages
  • Interchanges capped at 60 per game
  • Boundary throw-ins to take place from boundary inside the 50m arc
  • Runners can only enter the field three times per quarter, plus after goals

As the Hawks take a step closer to the 2023 season, fans are reminded to secure their spots for the season, especially for the club's Round 1 blockbuster against Essendon.

Tickets are still available here while a membership is the best way to ensure you don't miss a moment of what's set to be an exciting season for the brown and gold. 

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