One of the most reliable players on Hawks list, Blake Hardwick was again an important part of the brown and gold back six in 2023. While his influence may go underrated across the broader football world, the 26-year-old is valued enormously within the four walls of Hawthorn. The medium defender played every game this season and was effective when he had the ball, going at 80.5 per cent for his disposal efficiency per game. His efforts once again saw him finish in the top ten of the Peter Crimmins Medal in 2023. Heading into the 2024 season, Hardwick spent the summer training up forward, adding versatility to his game. He celebrated his 150th match milestone in Round 3 against Geelong.
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