The great Gary Ayres joins the Insiders to talk KCC
Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn coverage available. Exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.Hawthorn is rallying the brown and gold faithful for a special 24-hour fundraiser, as it prepares to make the move to our new home, the Kennedy Community Centre, later this year. Ahead of the fundraiser, we were able to have an earnest discussion with dual Norm Smith Medallist Gary Ayres who has a role in the club’s administration department, helping promote fundraising efforts for the Kennedy Community Centre as Capital Campaign Executive.In a candid discussion Ash and Mick take the opportunity to talk to Ayres about:* How the Kennedy Community Centre is tracking;* Tuesday’s 24-hour fund-raising campaign and how Hawks fans can contribute;* His role back at the club;* Memories of training at Glenferrie Oval and playing at Princes Park;* The comeback game against Geelong in 1989, when he became a “good driver in heavy traffic”;* How special the 100 year celebrations have been for the past players;* How the Hawks of 2025 are tracking;* And more.Enjoy the chat and if you can, make sure you keep track of how the fundraiser is going on Tuesday!Please donate if you can, you can do so by heading to the link below:The Hawks are up and about and the Hawks Insiders are in full flight - subscribe now and make sure to follow us on social media through the links below:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe
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The Week That Was Pod: Is Zak Butters Our #1 Trade Target?
Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.No time for community questions this week as Daz, Mick and Danny ripped straight into a Gold Coast post-mortem and some speculative Zak Butters trade talk from friend of the pod Sam McClure.We also covered:* What the Suns loss really means; * Whether the Hawks would’ve won with Meek in the ruck;* The return of Cyril (sort of);* Mitch Lewis’ injury setback;* Will Day’s injury progress; * Matt Hill’s rapid development;* Box Hill’s massive 84-point win agains the Suns; and* The upcoming must-win clash against the Lions.Thanks to our loyal Hawks Insiders subscribers — your support helps make the pod possible each and every week. Follow us on social media through the links below:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe
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Instant Reaction Pod: Hawks vs Suns
Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews, analysis, match recaps, and podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.A tough contest in Larrakia country between the Hawks and the Suns saw the ‘home’ team come away with an 8 point win in humid conditions at TIO Stadium.Danny and Nat looked at Thursday nights encounter, tried to break down the negatives and understand the plenty of positives that can be taken away from it.🗣️ Key talking points:* How special it is to be involved in SDNR up in Darwin against the Suns;* Cyril at the footy;* The culture Sam Mitchell is building at this football club;* The slow starts that kill us against good teams;* How the Hawks got back into the contest;* Why the Suns won the game;* Who played well for the Hawks;* Nick Watson. Special talent;* Looking ahead to next weeks match against the reigning premiers;* and so much more…Thank you for your ongoing support of Hawks Insiders. Please consider subscribing to our Substack, and make sure you tell your friends and family where they can get the best Hawthorn content online.Follow us on social media through the links below:X/Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe
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The Week That Was Pod: A Darwin Test
Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.A short turnaround this week but it hasn’t stopped us from hitting record and bringing you even more content ahead of the Suns game in Darwin tonight.Join Ash, Mick and Nat as they talk through the week that was, and look ahead to what will hopefully be a wonderful celebration this evening.In this week’s episode we covered: * The Melbourne game in full and we discuss whether the last quarter was an indication that the Hawks are ready to step up a gear;* Which players might have turned the corner the last week;* A great win to Box Hill that flew under the radar;* List management: Worpel and CJ;* House money game for the Hawks this week. A loss everyone penciled in when the draw came out but imagine how special a win might be;* The exciting return of Calsher Dear; * Listener questions and feedback;* And much, much more.As always, we wrap up with your questions, comments and sharp-eyed observations. Thanks to our loyal Hawks Insiders subscribers — your support helps make the pod possible each and every week. Follow us on social media through the links below:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe
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(not so) Instant Reaction Pod: Hawks vs Demons
Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews, analysis, match recaps, and podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.It was absolutely the case of ‘get the job done and move on’ from the Hawks on Saturday afternoon at the MCG. Three lacklustre quarters ended with a bang in the final, as the Hawks skipped away to a 35-point win against the Demons.Danny and Weissy were on hand (a little later than normal) with the reaction pod for this one and the boys chatted through ALOT, so sit back and enjoy.🗣️ Key talking points:* 7-2 start to the season, why all the concern?* The depth being built in this playing list and the performances of some of the ‘lesser lights;* A shaky start and a barnstorming finish;* Some individual player focus;* The milestone man Josh Ward;* The skipper is back;* The Hawks entering a different phase of the journey to a Premiership;* Looking ahead to the Suns. It’s time to make a statement;* Plenty more…The Hawks head to Darwin today and begin preparations for a big month of football, but if you haven’t listened already, make sure to listen to our post game catch up with Josh Ward and read the recap article, both of which will be in your Substack feed.Thank you for your ongoing support of Hawks Insiders. Please consider subscribing to our Substack, and make sure you tell your friends and family where they can get the best Hawthorn content online.Follow us on social media through the links below:X/Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe
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