On this day five years ago, Hawthorn fans had the ultimate Easter Monday.

On top of the eggs and the long weekend, footy had finally returned and it had returned in style if you were of the brown and gold bias.

Reigning premiers of the past two years, Alastair Clarkson’s side simply pulverised a flailing Geelong side who, despite leading by a kick at the first change, never looked likely beyond then.

Midfielder Jordan Lewis was the most dominant player on the ground, gathering 35 disposals, 13 marks, six inside 50s, six clearances and four tackles in a performance that rightfully earned him three Brownlow votes.

Luke Breust was the Hawks most potent scoring source, finishing with five majors, while Jarryd Roughead snagged three of his own.

In his debut for his new club, James Frawley had as tough a task as they come for defenders (that still stands today), having to mind Geelong powerhouse Tom Hawkins.

But Frawley’s effort would have inspire Hawks supporters, keeping the big Cat to just five touches.

It was simply a complete and stunning performance by a side that was on the cusp of stamping its place in history as one of the greatest sides of all-time.