Number 24 – Albert Prior, Allan Woodley, Peter Knights, Chris Langford,Trent Croad, Ben Stratton

Albert Prior (1941-1950, Games 103) The first Hawk to play 100 games wearing number 24. He was an aggressive full forward who became a popular cult figure with his unusual but reliable kicking style. Topped the club goaling kicking, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949.  

Allan Woodley (1954-59,1963, Games 130) A big tall follower who made a big impression in his first year. Missed four seasons including the 1961 Premiership due to studies in England.  Made a successful comeback at the age of 28 as number one ruckman in the losing Grand Final in 1963.  Won the Best & Fairest in 1959.

Peter Knights (1969-1985, Games 267) One of the game's all time greats, his spectacular marking and long kicks to position made him a constant match winner. Capable of playing either forward or back as required. Played in three Premierships, 1976, 1978, 1983 and won the Best & Fairest twice, 1975 and 1978 (tying with Leigh Matthews). Named in the Team of the Century, 2001, Inducted into the Hall of Fame 2003.

Chris Langford (1983-1986, Games 303) A champion full-back, exceptionally strong and consistent, he could contain any full-forward.  Played in four Premierships, 1986, 1988, 1989, 1991. Named Captain, 1994, named in the Team of the Century 2001, Inducted into the Hall of Fame, 2007. Gained Hawthorn immortality during the anti-merge campaign when he held his Guernsey afloat to signify his support for the Brown and Gold after the final siren Round 22, 1996.

Trent Croad (1998-2001, 2004-08, Games 184) Experienced a career with a two year break in the middle when he was traded to Fremantle. Upon his returned developed into a very capable and attacking centre half-back. He was a member of the 2008 Premiership team and broke his foot during the game, unfortunately he never played again.

Ben Stratton (2010 – on (Games 117) current star, a key element of the Hawk defence with the ability to play on forwards of varying sizes with his unruffled approach.  Has played in three premierships, 2013, 2014, 2015.