Hawks Take Flight: A Thrilling Comeback Against the Giants
Well, what a game we just witnessed! The Hawthorn Hawks have pulled off an incredible comeback to secure a thrilling 12-point victory over Greater Western Sydney at UTAS Stadium in Launceston. This win not only keeps the Hawks undefeated in the 2025 season but also marks their best start since 2014.
It didn’t look promising early on, though. The Giants came out firing, using the strong wind to their advantage and racing to a massive 37-2 lead by quarter-time. Hawthorn barely had a look at goal in the opening term, and it seemed like GWS was going to run away with the match. But, as we’ve seen time and time again, footy is a game of momentum, and the Hawks weren’t about to roll over.
With the breeze at their backs in the second quarter, Hawthorn roared to life. Six goals in just 13 minutes completely flipped the script, and suddenly, they were in front at halftime, leading 46-39. The match became an absolute see-saw battle, but the Hawks showed their grit, grinding down the Giants in the crucial third term. The likes of Will Day and Nick Watson were instrumental, both delivering sensational performances to push the Hawks ahead.
One of the standout moments came from Will Day, who launched a stunning long-range goal that had the crowd on their feet. And let’s not forget Jack Gunston, who played a vital role in attack, snagging two goals and making life tough for the Giants' defenders.
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Jesse Hogan was a key player for GWS, booting four goals in his return from injury, and he nearly sparked a late comeback when he cut the margin to just 12 points with under three minutes to go. But Hawthorn held their nerve, scrambling in the final moments to secure the win in front of a roaring crowd of over 14,000 fans.
Hawks coach Sam Mitchell couldn’t have been prouder, especially given how the team responded to that brutal first quarter. “They obviously jumped us early, but our response was outstanding,” he said post-match. “To maintain that momentum in the third quarter was really pleasing.”
The Giants will be kicking themselves after letting such a strong start slip away. Coach Adam Kingsley acknowledged the challenge, saying, “Both teams can score quickly, but we just weren’t able to minimize the damage when they had momentum.”
Hawthorn’s ability to share the scoring load was key, with nine different goal scorers helping to get the job done. Cam Mackenzie led the midfield with a game-high 30 disposals, while Lloyd Meek dominated the ruck with 31 hitouts. Meanwhile, GWS had strong performances from Lachie Whitfield, Tom Green, and Toby Greene, but it just wasn’t enough to hold off the relentless Hawks.
This win keeps Hawthorn sitting comfortably on top of the ladder as they head into their bye week, with tough clashes against Port Adelaide and other top contenders looming ahead. If this game was anything to go by, the Hawks are shaping up to be a genuine premiership threat in 2025.
For GWS, the loss will sting, but they remain a dangerous team. With their full-strength squad coming together, they’ll be looking to bounce back strongly in the next round.
So, Hawks fans, soak it all in. Your team is flying high, and the dream of another premiership is starting to feel very real!
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