NAB Cup
| Round | Opposition Team | Venue | Result | Game Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sydney Swans | Aurora Stadium |
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Hawthorn won a thrilling two-point verdict in their first round NAB Cup match against the Sydney Swans who rested several big names such as Hall, O'Loughlin, Goodes and Jude and Craig Bolton. |
| 2 - Quarter Final | Carlton Blues | Telstra Dome |
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Hawthorn opened a strong lead in the first quarter, and cruised to a 34 point victory. Players of note included Cyril Rioli, Luke Hodge, Travis Tuck & Josh Kennedy. Campbell Brown was reported, and consequently suspended for two matches for charging the 2008 Number 1 draft pick, Matthew Kreuzer. |
| 3 - Semi Final | Adelaide Crows | AAMI Stadium |
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The Hawks trailed early in the first term but fought back, and took the lead by one point early in the third term, before Adelaide went on to win by 23 points. |
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