The Bench: Gold Coast Suns, Round 9, 2025

In this episode of The Bench, Tim and Liam recap Hawthorn's 23 point victory over the lowly Gold Coast Suns in Round Eight of the AFLW season. They discuss superb second gamer Daisy Flockart and the brilliance of Aine McDonagh. They also analyse the value of veteran winger Kaitlyn Ashmore and look at how the Hawks improved their ability to create chances compared to earlier in the season. They also look at what can be learnt from a disappointing last quarter.Follow us on our social media:Twitter: https://twitter.com/HFCsoarInstagram: https://instagram.com/hfcsoar?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087572170782In this episode of The Bench, Tim and Liam recap Hawthorn's 15 point victory over Fremantle in a windy Round Eight of the AFLW season. They discuss the incredible ruck battle between Lucy Wales and Mim Strom, as well as Mikayla Williamson's improved performance. The hosts also highlight standout contributions from the defence, drawing particular attention to Emily Everist, whilst Greta Bodey's return to form was also highlighted.Follow us on our social media:Twitter: https://twitter.com/HFCsoarInstagram: https://instagram.com/hfcsoar?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087572170782Liam's article about Laura Elliott: https://open.substack.com/pub/hfcsoar/p/laura-elliott-underrated-underdiscussed?r=2xl8os&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=falseLiam's off season analysis of the Hawthorn and Port Adelaide rivalry: https://open.substack.com/pub/hfcsoar/p/hawthorn-v-port-adelaide-the-aflws?r=2xl8os&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false