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Ben Hobbs

Midfielder / Forward
2022 - 2024
Essendon Bombers
Ben Hobbs, affectionately known as "The Goblin Hobgobbler," is a talented Australian rules footballer currently showcasing his skills for the Essendon Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL). Born on September 16, 2003, Hobbs was selected by Essendon as their first pick in the 2021 AFL draft, being chosen as the 13th overall pick. Hailing from the GWV Rebels in the NAB League and the Horsham Football Club in the WFL, Hobbs has proven himself as a versatile player, excelling in the roles of midfielder and forward. Standing at a height of 183 cm (6 ft 0 in) and weighing 80 kg (176 lb), he brings both agility and strength to the field, making him a valuable asset to his team. Wearing the number 8 jersey for Essendon, Hobbs continues to impress fans and critics alike with his exceptional gameplay and strategic moves on the field. His dedication and passion for the sport have made him a rising star in the AFL, earning him a well-deserved spot in the professional league. As Hobbs embarks on his journey with Essendon, fans eagerly anticipate witnessing his continued growth and success as he cements his place as a key player in the team's lineup. With his talent and determination, Ben Hobbs is undoubtedly a player to watch out for in the world of Australian football.

Season Stats:

2024 2023 2022
Total
Avg
# AFL
AFL Leader
Bombers
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
Played In
7
-
252
8
88%
18
8
88%
-
-
Goals
1
0.1
266
25
4%
17
20
5%
96
1%
Behinds
1
0.1
251
17
6%
15
12
8%
66
2%
Assists
3
0.4
131
13
23%
8
9
33%
74
4%
Disposals
106
15.1
205
266
40%
14
250
42%
3014
4%
Kicks
54
7.7
265
168
32%
16
168
32%
1750
3%
Handballs
52
7.4
121
143
36%
12
111
47%
1264
4%
Marks
16
2.3
350
69
23%
19
54
30%
736
2%
Tackles
26
3.7
90
65
40%
5
45
58%
482
5%
Hitouts
0
-
-
316
-
-
188
0%
310
0%
Clearances
9
1.3
159
68
13%
13
42
21%
308
3%
Frees For
8
1.1
83
27
30%
6
15
53%
150
5%
Frees Against
6
0.9
143
19
32%
8
10
60%
122
5%
Total
Avg
# AFL
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
AFL Leader
Bombers

All Season Stats (2022-2024)

Games Played
Total 42
Goals
Total 15
Avg 0.4
Behinds
Total 17
Avg 0.4
Assists
Total 13
Avg 0.3
Disposals
Total 705
Avg 16.8
Kicks
Total 370
Avg 8.8
Handballs
Total 335
Avg 8
Kicks% - Handballs%
Total 52% - 48%
Marks
Total 148
Avg 3.5
Tackles
Total 142
Avg 3.4
Hitouts
Total 0
Avg -
Clearances
Total 87
Avg 2.1
Frees For
Total 53
Avg 1.3
Frees Against
Total 61
Avg 1.5

Ben Hobbs - Career Statistics - Total (since 2011)

Ben Hobbs - Career Statistics - Average (since 2011)

Ben Hobbs - Opponent - Total (since 2011)

Here is the comprehensive section on Total Statistics Against Opponents. This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Ben Hobbs' performances, encapsulating their wins, losses, and games played. Additionally, it meticulously documents key metrics such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against.

Ben Hobbs - Opponent - Average (since 2011)

Here is the comprehensive section on Average Statistics Against Opponents. This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Ben Hobbs' performances, encapsulating their wins, losses, and games played. Additionally, it meticulously documents key metrics such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against.

Ben Hobbs - Games Log

Here you'll find a detailed player performance game log across various seasons, opponents, and rounds. This section is designed with precision, allowing for sorting and deep dives into key statistics like Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against for each game.

Ben Hobbs - Statistical Charts By Round

This section is specifically designed to offer an in-depth look at player performances across various key metrics such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against. Here, you will find meticulously compiled charts that not only highlight individual player statistics for each round of the AFL season but also compare these figures against the round leaders and team leaders in each respective category. This comprehensive analysis allows you to gauge the performance of Ben Hobbs in the context of their team and the league as a whole.