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Hawthorn Flies High: History and Hilarity as They Soar into Finals!

Hawthorn dominates North Melbourne 124-46, securing their first finals spot since 2018! Plus, explore some quirky Hawthorn history that’ll have you chuckling!

Hawthorn Football Club has officially made its mark in the AFL by sealing its spot in the finals for the first time since 2018! The Hawks put on a dazzling show that left fans cheering and their opponents, North Melbourne, in the dust, with an incredible final score of 170-46. If you thought the only way to celebrate a win was with a cold drink and a BBQ, think again! This stampede of victory signifies more than just a score – it’s a resurgence of the team’s glory days, and we’re here for it!

The game was nothing short of a football fiesta, and with all eyes glued to the action, every goal kicked and tackle delivered had fans on the edge of their seats. Young guns and fiery veterans delivered a performance that would make even the legendary Alastair Clarkson proud. As they ripped through North Melbourne, the Hawks showcased skills that could give even a Swiss army knife a run for its money! It was an emotional rollercoaster where dreams were realized and hearts soared as high as the great Australian skies.

But let’s not forget the more serious business of injuries. The celebration was slightly muted when a Hawks midfielder was subbed out due to a leg issue. Thankfully, the prognosis seems optimistic, and the team is hoping for a quick recovery. After all, no one wants a sore leg to stand in the way of their shiny new finals spot! With playoffs around the corner, it’s all about staying fit and fierce as they prepare to take on the best of the best in September.

As the dust settles on the field, fans and players alike can look forward to what promises to be an epic finals series. Did you know Hawthorn has a reputation for bouncing back stronger after setbacks? They’ve made comebacks in the past, leaving their opponents scratching their heads and questioning their game plans. Additionally, the last time they played finals, it was 2018 – back when James Worpel was just a kid at 19, and the coach of the Eagles was masterminding a different kind of game plan! Here’s to hoping they’ll give us more memories to laugh about this September!