Cale Hooker, a seasoned Australian rules football player, has left an indelible mark on the sport throughout his career. Born on October 13, 1988, Hooker first showcased his talent at Applecross Senior High School before making his mark with East Fremantle in the WAFL. In 2007, Essendon Football Club recognized Hooker's potential and drafted him with pick 54. He made his AFL debut in round 21 of the 2008 season against the Western Bulldogs. Hooker quickly established himself as a key-position defender for Essendon in the following years, showcasing his exceptional skills on the field. Despite facing challenges such as injuries, Hooker's resilience and determination shone through. In 2014, he emerged as Essendon's most reliable backman, securing a spot in the All-Australian selection. His versatility was evident in 2015 when he transitioned from defense to the forward line, proving to be a valuable goal scorer for the team. Hooker's contribution to Essendon extended beyond his on-field performance. In 2015, he was appointed to the club's Leadership Group, exemplifying his leadership qualities and commitment to the team's success. Despite facing setbacks, including a suspension due to a doping scandal, Hooker remained loyal to Essendon, signing a new five-year contract in 2016. His dedication and loyalty to the club were unwavering, earning him respect and admiration from fans and teammates alike. On August 17, 2021, Hooker announced his retirement, marking the end of a remarkable career that has left a lasting legacy in Australian football. His impact on the sport and his contributions to Essendon will be remembered for years to come.
Played In
18
-
241
26
69%
17
23
78%
-
-
Goals
33
1.8
30
62
53%
3
41
80%
291
11%
Behinds
24
1.3
17
41
59%
1
24
100%
200
12%
Assists
8
0.4
140
31
26%
9
21
38%
202
4%
Disposals
206
11.4
324
881
23%
19
725
28%
8436
2%
Kicks
106
5.9
370
514
21%
21
365
29%
4850
2%
Handballs
100
5.6
240
446
22%
17
364
27%
3586
3%
Marks
65
3.6
274
181
36%
16
134
49%
2125
3%
Tackles
27
1.5
353
185
15%
20
112
24%
1327
2%
Hitouts
11
0.6
87
804
1%
6
315
3%
695
2%
Clearances
7
0.4
348
190
4%
21
173
4%
789
1%
Frees For
12
0.7
285
53
23%
15
41
29%
419
3%
Frees Against
18
1
139
45
40%
11
26
69%
437
4%
Disposals
Total
2930
Avg
16
Handballs
Total
1337
Avg
7.3
Kicks% - Handballs%
Total
54% - 46%
Tackles
Total
283
Avg
1.5
Clearances
Total
58
Avg
0.3
Frees For
Total
128
Avg
0.7
Frees Against
Total
164
Avg
0.9
Here is the comprehensive section on Total Statistics Against Opponents.
This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Cale Hooker' 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.
Here is the comprehensive section on Average Statistics Against Opponents.
This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Cale Hooker' 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.
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.
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 Cale Hooker in the context of their team and the league as a whole.
