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Matt Suckling

Defender
2016 - 2020
Western Bulldogs
2014 - 2015
Hawthorn Hawks
2011 - 2012
Hawthorn Hawks
Matthew Suckling, a former Australian rules footballer, showcased his remarkable skills while playing for the Hawthorn Football Club and the Western Bulldogs in the Australian Football League (AFL). With a knack for precision kicking and exceptional link-up play from the defensive line, Suckling left a lasting impact on the field. Born on July 25, 1988, in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Suckling's football journey began with East Wagga-Kooringal in the Riverina Football League before he transitioned to the Wagga Tigers in the AFL Canberra. His talent was evident when he was picked in the 2007 rookie draft at No. 22. Suckling made his AFL debut in Round 1 of the 2009 season, where he showcased his skills for Hawthorn against Geelong at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. Standing at 186 cm (6 ft 1 in) and weighing 82 kg (181 lb), Suckling primarily played as a defender, solidifying his reputation as a crucial asset in the backline. Throughout his career, Suckling's trademark was his exceptional long-range and accurate kicking, a skill that set him apart on the field. His contributions to both Hawthorn and the Western Bulldogs were invaluable, earning him recognition as a player with finesse and strategic prowess. With a career spanning from 2007 to 2020, Suckling's impact on Australian football, particularly in his defensive role, remains a testament to his dedication and talent in the sport.

Season Stats:

2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2012 2011
Total
Avg
# AFL
AFL Leader
Bulldogs
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
Played In
7
-
441
21
33%
25
18
39%
-
-
Goals
3
0.4
242
49
6%
18
25
12%
168
2%
Behinds
0
-
-
36
-
-
14
0%
128
0%
Assists
3
0.4
193
23
13%
14
11
27%
109
3%
Disposals
69
9.9
454
511
14%
26
475
15%
5579
1%
Kicks
47
6.7
416
297
16%
22
225
21%
3007
2%
Handballs
22
3.1
483
269
8%
28
269
8%
2572
1%
Marks
26
3.7
363
125
21%
21
82
32%
1164
2%
Tackles
2
0.3
602
117
2%
36
87
2%
902
0%
Hitouts
0
-
-
596
-
-
288
0%
338
0%
Clearances
0
-
-
110
-
-
94
0%
535
0%
Frees For
7
1
301
43
16%
17
29
24%
286
2%
Frees Against
6
0.9
353
29
21%
19
23
26%
272
2%
Total
Avg
# AFL
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
AFL Leader
Bulldogs

All Season Stats (2011-2012, 2014-2015, 2016-2020)

Games Played
Total 172
Goals
Total 85
Avg 0.5
Behinds
Total 89
Avg 0.5
Assists
Total 47
Avg 0.3
Disposals
Total 3493
Avg 20.3
Kicks
Total 2331
Avg 13.6
Handballs
Total 1162
Avg 6.8
Kicks% - Handballs%
Total 67% - 33%
Marks
Total 910
Avg 5.3
Tackles
Total 283
Avg 1.6
Hitouts
Total 2
Avg 0
Clearances
Total 125
Avg 0.7
Frees For
Total 81
Avg 0.5
Frees Against
Total 117
Avg 0.7

Matt Suckling - Career Statistics - Total (since 2011)

Matt Suckling - Career Statistics - Average (since 2011)

Matt Suckling - Opponent - Total (since 2011)

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

Matt Suckling - Opponent - Average (since 2011)

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

Matt Suckling - 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.

Matt Suckling - 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 Matt Suckling in the context of their team and the league as a whole.