HAWTHORN will again turn to the experience of dual premiership ruckman Ben McEvoy to lead the club in 2022.

McEvoy, 32, was named Hawks skipper for the first time in 2021 and helped guide the club throughout a tumultuous season that ended with the departure of four-time flag coach, Alastair Clarkson.

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The Hawks finished 14th with seven wins and two draws, the club's lowest season-ending ladder position since Clarkson's first season in 2005.

McEvoy, who is entering his 15th season with 244 games under his belt, including 153 games at Hawthorn, said he was grateful that the club had placed its trust in him to lead again in 2022.

"While last season presented its own obstacles, I was very grateful for the support I received from the leadership group, the players and the entire club during my first year as skipper," he said.

"I would also like to thank my wife Nicky, and our kids Angus, Moira and Clancy who were pillars of support during my first year as captain, and who continue to challenge and inspire me every day.

"I have been presented with so many incredible opportunities across my time in the brown and gold, and to lead the club once again in 2022 is an absolute privilege."

Hawks president Jeff Kennett said McEvoy's leadership and work ethic made him the right choice to captain the club as it begins a new era under coach Sam Mitchell. 

"The club is extremely proud of the way Ben led our playing group in 2021, particularly when faced with another challenging and sporadic year amidst the COVID-19 pandemic," Kennett said.

"With or without the title, Ben is an unspoken leader that is admired by the entire playing group and football department staff – consistently taking a club-first approach with his core values and good character at the forefront."

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