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Hawks skipper's worst injury fears confirmed

Hawthorn have suffered a massive setback in their quest for an AFLW finals berth, losing captain Emily Bates for the rest of the season with a knee injury.

AAP · Sep 14

Hawthorn win soured by skipper's sickening knee injury

Hawthorn's Emily Bates went down with a knee injury in the AFLW win over the Western Bulldogs, while Sunny Lappin fired Gold Coast to victory over Collingwood.

AAP · Sep 12

Blood spills early as Crows ruin Hawks' AFLW homecoming

Hawthorn have been restricted to one first-half goal in their loss to Adelaide, while Carlton beat Collingwood and Melbourne downed West Coast.

AAP · Sep 6

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Bates to join AFLW-100 club as Hawks come home

Hawthorn will celebrate two milestones in Sunday's AFLW match against Adelaide at their new HQ as captain Emily Bates joins a select club.

AAP · Sep 1

Hawks, new-look Demons ready to make AFLW statements

Melbourne are determined to start a new era in perfect style while Hawthorn have a point to prove when they meet in the AFLW first round.

AAP · Aug 12

Blues wary of wounded Hawks in AFLW semi-final

Hawthorn appear to be limping towards another straight-sets exit from the AFLW finals, but Carlton coach Mathew Buck is not taking the Hawks lightly.

AAP · Nov 14, 2025

Hawks grind out crucial AFLW win over Fremantle

Hawthorn posted a third consecutive AFLW victory to boost their top-four hopes, outlasting Fremantle in cold and windy conditions in Frankston.

AAP · Oct 2, 2025

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Injured Hawks star likely out until AFLW finals

With just five rounds left until the AFLW finals, Hawthorn star Emily Bates is set for an extended period on the sidelines after suffering a shoulder injury.

AAP · Sep 29, 2025

Hawks star bounces back to form as Saints outclassed

Injury-hit Hawthorn have hit their straps on a windy night in Cairns and proved too good for St Kilda, who didn't kick a goal until well into the last quarter.

AAP · Sep 6, 2025

Hawk skipper not thrilled by low-scoring win over Dogs

Hawthorn defender Jenna Richardson has taken a clutch late mark to ensure the Hawks walked away with a four-point win over the Western Bulldogs.

AAP · Aug 30, 2025

McDonagh the hero as Hawks survive Blues scare

Fired by a late goal from Aine McDonagh, Hawthorn have survived a late scare to pip Carlton in a low-scoring arm wrestle.

AAP · Aug 23, 2025

Old sting drives Hawks skipper in AFLW flag hunt

Hawthorn loom as the team to watch as the AFLW premiership race kicks off and captain Emily Bates has plenty of fuel to drive her hunt for success.

AAP · Aug 15, 2025

Lions fight past Hawks into AFLW prelim final

Reigning AFLW premiers Brisbane have beaten Hawthorn by six points at Ikon Park to proceed directly to a home preliminary final.

AAP · Nov 10, 2024

High-flying Hawks leave Demons' finals hopes in limbo

Injury-ravaged Melbourne are up against it to make the AFLW finals after suffering a six-point loss to current league leaders Hawthorn in Cairns.

AAP · Oct 24, 2024

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AAP · Oct 22, 2024

Hawks primed for big AFLW test against resurgent Demons

Hawthorn and Melbourne open the AFLW's Indigenous round in Cairns with a massive clash, two weeks out from the finals.

AAP · Oct 20, 2024

GWS battle 'emotional fatigue', Freo win western derby

GWS were handed a 37-point loss by Hawthorn as they deal with the men's post-season function debacle, while Fremantle again defeated local rivals West Coast.

AAP · Oct 19, 2024

'Emotional toll': AFLW Giants lose after men's scandal

GWS coach Cam Bernasconi has revealed the emotional toll the men's post-season function debacle has taken on the AFLW side after a 37-point loss to Hawthorn.

AAP · Sep 26, 2024

Star Cat McDonald injured as Hawks continue AFLW march

Star Hawthorn midfielder Emily Bates has produced a barnstorming third quarter to help lead her side to victory against Geelong in a high-class AFLW match.

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AAP · Nov 4, 2023

Prespakis steers finals-bound Cats to win over Hawks

Led by midfield powerhouse Georgie Prespakis, Geelong have booked an AFLW finals spot by claiming a 40-point victory over Hawthorn.

AAP · Oct 29, 2023

Hawks' Bates, Bodey shut down Power in AFLW

A super performance in midfield by Emily Bates and four goals by Greta Bodey has steered Hawthorn to an eight-point AFLW win over Port Adelaide.

AAP · Oct 1, 2023

Lions cut plucky Hawks down to size in AFLW

Brisbane have continue their charge to the finals by snatching a fourth consecutive win with a 27-point victory over Hawthorn.

AAP · Mar 9, 2023

Wardlaw, Pullar add to Lions' list of AFLW outs

The hits keep coming for Brisbane's AFLW list, with key pair Jesse Wardlaw and Lulu Pullar confirming their desire to be traded ahead of next season.

AAP · Mar 2, 2023

Hawks confirm Brisbane flag pair as boom AFLW recruits

Brisbane premiership duo Emily Bates and Greta Bodey will join Hawthorn for season eight of the AFLW competition in a huge boost to the expansion side.

The New Daily · Mar 1, 2023

Star AFLW forwards Chloe Molloy, Ash Woodland find new homes

Talented forwards Chloe Molloy and Ash Woodland have found new homes on the opening day of the AFLW priority sign-and-trade period.

AAP · Nov 22, 2022

AFLW winner Anderson targets grand final

AFLW best and fairest winner Ally Anderson wants to set the award aside as she prepares for Brisbane's home grand final against Melbourne.

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