The Hawks and the Power meet for the first time since one point separated them in last season’s Semi Final.
This year the clash takes place on Port Adelaide’s turf, and the Hawks' first outing at Alberton Oval.
Hawthorn sit second on the ladder heading into Round 10, with eight wins and one loss, while Port Adelaide are 13th with three wins and six losses for the season to date.
This match marks the second week of Pride Round, due to a clash with Port Adelaide, Hawthorn will wear its clash guernsey. The predominantly white design is inspired by the big Hawk, which has been seen in previous iterations across the clubs history.
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Here's all you need to know ahead of the first bounce:
WHO: Port Adelaide v Hawthorn
WHAT: Round 10
WHEN: Friday 17 October
TIME: 7.15pm AEDT / 6.45 ACDT (Local time)
WHERE: Kinetic Stadium
BROADCAST: Channel 7 and Fox Footy/Kayo
How to watch
For those wanting to follow along at home, the game will be broadcast live on Channel 7, as well as Fox Footy and Kayo Sports.
Follow @hawthornaflw on Facebook, X, and Instagram for behind-the-scenes access and all the best highlights, photos, stats and stories throughout the game.
Last time we met
Hawthorn (49) defeated by Port Adelaide (50) in Semi Final, 2024.
Port Adelaide stunned Hawthorn with a come-from-behind one-point victory to win the Semi Final.
The Hawks had a 22-point lead at the final break, before the Power pulled off the then biggest final-quarter comeback in AFLW history to progress to a Preliminary Final.
Emily Bates and Eliza West led the way for the Hawks with a game-high 22 disposals and nine tackles, and 18 disposals and six tackles, respectively. While Lucy Wales was dominant in the ruck with 27 hitouts.
Tamara Smith (game-high 10 intercept possessions) and Jenna Richardson (eight intercept possessions and a team-high three contested marks) held strong in defence. While in attack, Greta Bodey booted two goals and eight score involvements, and Jas Fleming had a game-high nine score involvements and a goal of her own.
Membership
AFLW Members will be able to access Hawthorn home and away games by scanning their digital membership card at the gate for general admission access. For more information on how to access your digital membership card, please click here.
AFLW membership packages for Hawks fans can be found here.
Ticketing
This game is a Mobile-Only Ticketing event. For the best experience, we recommend you download, login and add tickets to your mobile wallet via the Ticketmaster App before you get to the venue. Screenshots of tickets will not work at the venue, so please ensure you transfer any additional tickets prior to arrival.
How do I transfer tickets? Head to Ticketmaster Help.
Getting to the game
Public Transport
You can get a train or bus to Alberton Oval. There is a five-minute walk from the Alberton train station and a two-minute walk from the bus stop.
Train: Adelaide to Alberton Station every 30 minutes – OUTHA Route
Bus: Stop V3 Currie St Adelaide - South side to Stop 32 Port Rd - South West side every 30 minutes
Full details: Timetable Click here
Taxis & Rideshare
At the conclusion of the match Taxis & Rideshare will be available at Brougham Place Taxi Rank.
Road Closure
Patrons are advised that road closures are in place at the Brougham Place roundabout to along Queen Street ends at Earl Street. Brougham Place roundabout to Kingscote Street. Seventh Ave will have a reduction of speed in place.
Is car parking available?
No, only on street parking is available.
Limited parking is available on Port Road medium strip in reduction of speed.
