Selection: Hawks Ready for Bombers Battle
The Box Hill Hawks head back to the Kennedy Community Centre this Saturday morning for a Round 18 clash with Essendon, as the brown and gold look to continue their push towards the 2026 VFL finals series.
Set at the Kennedy Community Centre, the Hawks will be aiming to carry their momentum into another important matchup against an Essendon side eager to defend its home ground.
The last time the two sides met came in the 2025 VFL season, with the Hawks producing a strong performance to claim the four points. With both clubs looking to finish the home-and-away season strongly, Saturday’s clash promises to be another competitive contest.
With finals approaching, every result becomes increasingly important, making Round 18 a key opportunity for the Hawks to continue building momentum heading into the closing weeks of the season.
Getting There
🚗 Driving: Kennedy Community Centre is easily accessible by car, with parking available at the venue, but must be purchased at the gate.
🚆 PTV: Catch a Cranbourne Line train to Westall or Springvale Stations, with local bus services providing connections to the venue.
On-site parking will be limited, and parking passes must be paid for at the gate upon entry.
EntryÂ
Gates open from 9:00 am ahead of the 10:00 am first bounce.
Adult: $10
Concession: $5
Children under 16: FREE
FREE entry after half-time of the VFL game
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Squad: Round 18 Box Hill Hawks v Essendon
C. Dear (13), F. Maginness (20), C. Nairn (22), B. Ryan (26), A. Schubert (29), S. Butler (30), M. Leray (31), C. Anderson (32), J. Blanck (36), M. Ramsden (38), F. Perez (39), M. Beattie (40), M. Hill (41), J. Uhr-Henry (43), B. McLaughlin (50), G. Julian (52), T. Bianco (58), S. Horner (62), S. Sofronidis (63), J. Galstians (68), J. Baldwin (72), T. Farrer (76), W. Pewtress (79).
