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Luke Hodge

Midfielder / defender
2018 - 2019
Brisbane Lions
2011 - 2017
Hawthorn Hawks
Luke Hodge, affectionately known as "The General," is a former Australian rules football player who left an indelible mark on the sport during his illustrious career. Born on June 15, 1984, Hodge began his journey with the Hawthorn Football Club in 2002 and went on to captain the team from 2011 to 2016. His leadership and skill on the field were evident as he guided Hawthorn to multiple successes. Initially starting as a half-back flanker, Hodge's versatility allowed him to transition seamlessly into the midfield as his career progressed. He is a four-time premiership player, a remarkable feat that speaks volumes about his talent and dedication to the game. Hodge's exceptional leadership qualities shone through as he led Hawthorn to three premierships as captain and earned the prestigious Norm Smith Medal twice. As of 2023, Luke Hodge holds the record for playing the most VFL/AFL games among number-one draft picks, with an impressive tally of 346 games. His achievements include being the only number-one draft pick to win a Norm Smith Medal and one of just three to secure a premiership. With a total of four premiership wins under his belt, Hodge's legacy as a legendary figure in Australian football is firmly established.

Season Stats:

2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011
Total
Avg
# AFL
AFL Leader
Lions
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
Played In
22
-
81
26
85%
15
24
92%
-
-
Goals
0
-
-
76
-
-
57
0%
307
0%
Behinds
2
0.1
344
50
4%
20
32
6%
236
1%
Assists
2
0.1
368
27
7%
19
22
9%
192
1%
Disposals
372
16.9
141
789
47%
10
742
50%
8490
4%
Kicks
278
12.6
77
473
59%
8
432
64%
5414
5%
Handballs
94
4.3
277
454
21%
13
441
21%
3076
3%
Marks
128
5.8
37
188
68%
2
137
93%
2148
6%
Tackles
39
1.8
274
167
23%
18
160
24%
1529
3%
Hitouts
0
-
-
1023
-
-
645
0%
1036
0%
Clearances
9
0.4
320
190
5%
18
190
5%
1005
1%
Frees For
14
0.6
204
53
26%
13
49
29%
497
3%
Frees Against
24
1.1
68
78
31%
7
33
73%
500
5%
Total
Avg
# AFL
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
AFL Leader
Lions

All Season Stats (2011-2017, 2018-2019)

Games Played
Total 173
Goals
Total 78
Avg 0.5
Behinds
Total 58
Avg 0.3
Assists
Total 77
Avg 0.4
Disposals
Total 3875
Avg 22.4
Kicks
Total 2565
Avg 14.8
Handballs
Total 1310
Avg 7.6
Kicks% - Handballs%
Total 66% - 34%
Marks
Total 978
Avg 5.7
Tackles
Total 518
Avg 3
Hitouts
Total 124
Avg 0.7
Clearances
Total 410
Avg 2.4
Frees For
Total 150
Avg 0.9
Frees Against
Total 208
Avg 1.2

Luke Hodge - Career Statistics - Total (since 2011)

Luke Hodge - Career Statistics - Average (since 2011)

Luke Hodge - Opponent - Total (since 2011)

Here is the comprehensive section on Total Statistics Against Opponents. This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Luke Hodge' 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.

Luke Hodge - Opponent - Average (since 2011)

Here is the comprehensive section on Average Statistics Against Opponents. This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Luke Hodge' 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.

Luke Hodge - 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.

Luke Hodge - 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 Luke Hodge in the context of their team and the league as a whole.