Record-Breaking Victory for Hawthorn, Overshadowed by Injuries
Hawthorn Triumphs with Historic Win
Hawthorn AFLW showcased their dominance on Saturday at Victoria Park, dismantling Collingwood by a whopping 47 points in a resounding 11.7 (73) to 3.8 (26) victory. This triumph marks the club's largest margin of victory in its AFLW history.
Key Injuries Mar Triumph
Despite the impressive win, the celebrations were dampened by serious injuries to two star recruits:
- Casey Sherriff suffered an ankle injury after being tackled.
- Aine McDonagh sustained a wrist/hand injury in a marking contest.
Injuries Force Scans
Hawthorn coach Daniel Webster expressed concerns, stating that both players would require scans to determine the severity of their injuries. However, he remained optimistic about Bates' availability for next week's match against Adelaide.
Gilroy's Glorifying Goals
Aileen Gilroy, a 50-game veteran, showcased her offensive prowess by booting two stunning goals from 45 meters out. She celebrated her first score with a unique goal umpire gesture, while Sherriff imitated shoe-polishing after her second.
Record-Breaking Performance
The victory not only extended Hawthorn's winning streak but also marked several historical achievements:
- Largest winning margin in club history, surpassing last week's 38-point win.
- Highest ever score recorded by Hawthorn AFLW, with 73 points.
Challenges for Collingwood
Collingwood's struggles continued with this loss, dropping them to an 0-2 record in the 11-game season. Their finals hopes now seem increasingly remote.
Upcoming Fixtures
Collingwood will travel to Brighton Homes Arena to face Brisbane on Friday, while Hawthorn will embark on a road trip to battle Adelaide on Sunday.
Full Time Scores
COLLINGWOOD 1.1 3.5 3.7 3.8 (26) HAWTHORN 2.2 6.3 11.4 11.7 (73)
Goal Scorers
Collingwood: Frederick, Morris, Campbell Hawthorn: Gilroy (2), McDonagh (2), Sheriff, West, Breed, Williamson, Hipwell, Bodey, Baskaran
Best Players
Collingwood: Bonnici, Frederick, Rowe, Cann Hawthorn: Fleming, West, Lucas-Rodd, Gilroy, Wales
Injuries
Collingwood: Nil Hawthorn: Sherriff (ankle), McDonagh (wrist/hand)
Late Changes
Collingwood: Nil Hawthorn: Emily Bates (tight calf), replaced in the selected side by Mack Eardley