Emerging defender Laura Elliott is back in the team for Hawthorn's first-ever home game at Cazalys Stadium against Richmond on Friday night.
Elliott missed the Hawks' Round 7 win over Sydney due to illness but has recovered in time to face the Tigers - the same team she faced in her debut AFLW game last season.
Experienced defender Louise Stephenson makes way for the 18-year-old after replacing her as a late in on Saturday.
Hawthorn General Manager of Football Operations Max Bailey was glad to have Elliott back in the side.
"Laura provides great structure and reliability in our backline," Bailey said.
"It was a shame seeing her miss the game on Saturday but we'll know she'll hit the ground running on Friday night.
"After a wonderful pre-season camp in the region, we can't wait to play in front of the Cairns community under Friday night lights and hope to see many Hawks at Cazalys Stadium as possible."
RD 8 TEAMÂ
Hawthorn v Richmond
Friday 20 OctoberÂ
Cazalys Stadium, 6.45pm AEST / 7.45pm AEDTÂ
B:Â Kaitlyn Ashmore, Mackenzie Eardley
HB:Â Jasmine Fleming, Jenna Richardson, Emily EveristÂ
C:Â Aine McDonagh, Emily Bates, Akec Makur ChuotÂ
HF:Â Greta Bodey, Tahlia Fellows, Mattea BreedÂ
F:Â Bridie Hipwell, Ainslie Kemp
R:Â Lucy Wales, Tamara Smith, Tilly Lucas-RoddÂ
INT:Â Laura Elliott, Sophie Locke, Kristy Stratton, Charlotte Baskaran, Aileen GilroyÂ
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EMG:Â Bridget Deed, Tamara Luke, Louise Stephenson
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In: Laura Elliott
Out:Â Louise Stephenson (omitted)Â
