Star Geelong midfielder Amy McDonald was cut down by a hamstring injury as Hawthorn came from behind to post an 18-point AFLW win at Kardinia Park.
Hawthorn are now fifth on the ladder with four wins from five matches, while Geelong sit 12th with one win, one draw, and three losses.
The result improved Hawthorn's record to 4-1, while Geelong's finals hopes hang in the balance with just one win and a draw from five matches.Geelong's Kate Surman was the first to exit the game when she was concussed from a heavy shepherd from Tamara Smith midway through the second term. Star Hawthorn midfielder Emily Bates finished with 28 disposals and eight tackles, while Eliza West and Mattea Breed were also crucial.
Star Geelong midfielder Georgie Prespakis, in her return from injury, finished with 21 disposals, eight tackles, four clearances, one goal and 433m gained, while Nina Morrison battled hard with 21 possessions, 11 tackles and a goal.
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