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Sam Mitchell

Midfielder / defender
2017
West Coast Eagles
2011 - 2016
Hawthorn Hawks
Sam Mitchell, a seasoned Australian rules football coach and former player, has left an indelible mark on the sport. Born on October 12, 1982, in Box Hill, Victoria, Mitchell's journey in Australian Football has been nothing short of remarkable. Starting his career with the Hawthorn Football Club, Mitchell showcased his skills as a midfielder and defender, captivating fans with his agility and strategic gameplay. His talent didn't go unnoticed, and in 2017, he transitioned to the West Coast Eagles before retiring as a player. However, Mitchell's passion for the game didn't end with his retirement. He seamlessly transitioned into coaching, first as an assistant coach with the West Coast Eagles in 2018. His expertise and dedication led him back to Hawthorn in 2019 as the midfield coach. Mitchell's commitment to player development saw him take on the role of head of development and senior coach of Hawthorn's VFL affiliate team, the Box Hill Hawks, in 2021. In a pivotal moment in July 2021, Mitchell was appointed as the senior coach of Hawthorn, succeeding Alastair Clarkson. With his wealth of experience as both a player and coach, Mitchell is set to lead Hawthorn into a new era of success. Sam Mitchell's legacy in Australian Football serves as an inspiration to aspiring players and coaches alike, showcasing the impact of dedication, skill, and a deep love for the game.

Season Stats:

2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011
Total
Avg
# AFL
AFL Leader
Eagles
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
Played In
22
-
75
25
88%
8
24
92%
-
-
Goals
4
0.2
323
73
5%
17
69
6%
309
1%
Behinds
4
0.2
277
60
7%
15
39
10%
209
2%
Assists
16
0.7
36
33
48%
3
18
89%
214
7%
Disposals
592
26.9
27
825
72%
3
713
83%
9033
7%
Kicks
289
13.1
54
479
60%
5
414
70%
5131
6%
Handballs
303
13.8
26
482
63%
2
340
89%
3902
8%
Marks
81
3.7
203
199
41%
15
192
42%
2389
3%
Tackles
67
3
133
186
36%
7
163
41%
1521
4%
Hitouts
0
-
-
996
-
-
518
0%
924
0%
Clearances
101
4.6
34
172
59%
3
133
76%
889
11%
Frees For
24
1.1
61
70
34%
5
45
53%
456
5%
Frees Against
19
0.9
121
59
32%
7
36
53%
426
4%
Total
Avg
# AFL
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
AFL Leader
Eagles

All Season Stats (2011-2016, 2017)

Games Played
Total 155
Goals
Total 37
Avg 0.2
Behinds
Total 33
Avg 0.2
Assists
Total 125
Avg 0.8
Disposals
Total 4480
Avg 28.9
Kicks
Total 2362
Avg 15.2
Handballs
Total 2118
Avg 13.7
Kicks% - Handballs%
Total 53% - 47%
Marks
Total 597
Avg 3.9
Tackles
Total 593
Avg 3.8
Hitouts
Total 16
Avg 0.1
Clearances
Total 825
Avg 5.3
Frees For
Total 184
Avg 1.2
Frees Against
Total 189
Avg 1.2

Sam Mitchell - Career Statistics - Total (since 2011)

Sam Mitchell - Career Statistics - Average (since 2011)

Sam Mitchell - Opponent - Total (since 2011)

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

Sam Mitchell - Opponent - Average (since 2011)

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

Sam Mitchell - 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.

Sam Mitchell - 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 Sam Mitchell in the context of their team and the league as a whole.