In the lead-up to Sunday afternoon’s big Round 20 clash between Richmond and Hawthorn at the MCG, Tony Greenberg lists (in alphabetical order) the top 10 players he’s seen represent both clubs.
1. Geoff ABLETT
Wingman. At Hawthorn (1973-1982): 202 games, 135 goals. Dual Hawks’ premiership player (1976, 1978). At Richmond (1983-1984): 16 games, 12 goals.
2. Greg DEAR
Ruckman. At Hawthorn (1985-1993): 137 games, 18 goals. Triple Hawks’ premiership player (1986, 1988, 1989). At Richmond (1994-1996): 53 games, 9 goals.
3. Mark GRAHAM
Defender. At Hawthorn (1993-2004): 223 games, 61 goals. At Richmond (2005): 20 games, 2 goals.
4. Kim KERSHAW
Ruckman. At Richmond (1979-1980): 5 games, 0 goals. At Hawthorn (1981-1982): 4 games, 0 goals.
5. Alan MARTELLO
Big utility. At Hawthorn (1970-1980): 223 games, 164 goals. Triple Hawks’ premiership player (1971, 1976, 1978). At Richmond (1981-1983): 32 games, 3 goals. Member of the Tigers’ 1982 Grand Final side.
6. Barry ROWLINGS
Midfielder. At Hawthorn (1975-1978): 82 games, 78 goals. Member of the Hawks’ 1976 premiership team. At Richmond (1979-1986): 152 games, 117 goals. Member of the Tigers’ 1980 premiership team. Jack Dyer Medal winner in 1979. Club captain 1983-1984.
7. Ian SCRIMSHAW
Utility. At Hawthorn (1974-1975): 19 games, 20 goals. At Richmond (1976-1981): 40 games, 26 goals.
8. Ty VICKERY
Forward/ruckman. At Richmond (2009-2016): 119 games, 158 goals. At Hawthorn (2017): 6 games, 2 goals.
9. Terry WALLACE
Centreman. At Hawthorn (1978-1986): 174 games, 96 goals. Triple Hawks’ premiership player (1978, 1983, 1986). Dual Hawthorn Best and Fairest winner (1981, 1983). At Richmond (1987): 11 games, 7 goals.
10. Peter WELSH
Utility. At Hawthorn (1973-1978): 79 games, 9 goals. Member of the Hawks’ 1975 Grand Final side. At Richmond (1980-1984): 46 games, 45 goals. Member of the Tigers’ 1980 premiership team.
