#9

Will Hayward

Forward
2017 - 2024
Sydney Swans
Will Hayward, born on 26 October 1998, is a talented Australian rules football player currently showcasing his skills for the Sydney Swans in the Australian Football League (AFL). Hayward was selected by the Sydney Swans as the 21st overall pick in the 2016 national draft, demonstrating his potential and value to the team. Making his debut in round 2 of the 2017 season against the Western Bulldogs, Hayward quickly proved his worth on the field. His standout performance, where he kicked three goals in a remarkable 81-point victory over Carlton at the Sydney Cricket Ground, earned him the prestigious AFL Rising Star nomination for round 23. This accolade highlighted his exceptional talent and contribution to the team's success. Standing tall at 186 cm (6 ft 1 in) and weighing 84 kg (185 lb), Hayward plays as a forward, utilizing his skills and agility to make impactful plays during crucial moments in the game. Wearing the number 9 jersey, he has been a key player for the Sydney Swans since his debut, consistently showcasing his determination and passion for the sport. With his promising career trajectory and dedication to the game, Will Hayward continues to be a valuable asset to the Sydney Swans, contributing to their success on the field and earning recognition for his outstanding performances.

Season Stats:

2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017
Total
Avg
# AFL
AFL Leader
Swans
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
Played In
7
-
252
8
88%
2
8
88%
-
-
Goals
13
1.9
24
25
52%
2
14
93%
103
13%
Behinds
5
0.7
70
17
29%
7
9
56%
73
7%
Assists
2
0.3
191
13
15%
12
12
17%
70
3%
Disposals
82
11.7
291
266
31%
13
194
42%
2523
3%
Kicks
56
8
245
168
33%
11
138
41%
1546
4%
Handballs
26
3.7
317
143
18%
15
87
30%
977
3%
Marks
35
5
124
69
51%
5
42
83%
643
5%
Tackles
23
3.3
117
65
35%
5
62
37%
443
5%
Hitouts
0
-
-
316
-
-
201
0%
255
0%
Clearances
2
0.3
331
68
3%
15
46
4%
258
1%
Frees For
6
0.9
147
27
22%
8
20
30%
140
4%
Frees Against
6
0.9
143
19
32%
6
19
32%
142
4%
Total
Avg
# AFL
Max
%
#
Max
%
Sum
% Sum
AFL Leader
Swans

All Season Stats (2017-2024)

Games Played
Total 144
Goals
Total 172
Avg 1.2
Behinds
Total 111
Avg 0.8
Assists
Total 63
Avg 0.4
Disposals
Total 1595
Avg 11.1
Kicks
Total 1020
Avg 7.1
Handballs
Total 575
Avg 4
Kicks% - Handballs%
Total 64% - 36%
Marks
Total 565
Avg 3.9
Tackles
Total 416
Avg 2.9
Hitouts
Total 0
Avg -
Clearances
Total 64
Avg 0.4
Frees For
Total 100
Avg 0.7
Frees Against
Total 110
Avg 0.8

Will Hayward - Career Statistics - Total (since 2011)

Will Hayward - Career Statistics - Average (since 2011)

Will Hayward - Opponent - Total (since 2011)

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

Will Hayward - Opponent - Average (since 2011)

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

Will Hayward - 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.

Will Hayward - 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 Will Hayward in the context of their team and the league as a whole.