Ladder Position: 7-11-0 (91.79%)
Best and Fairest: Daniel Jones
Leading Goal Kickers: Daniel Jones / Madden Griffin – 33 Goals
Hampton experienced a competitive 2026 Division 2 campaign, finishing the season with seven wins and 11 losses. The Hammers produced some strong performances throughout the year, showcasing their attacking capabilities and individual talent across the side.
One of the standout performances of the season came in Round 13, when Hampton delivered a dominant display against East Brighton. The Hammers finished with an impressive 20.15 (135) to East Brighton's 5.5 (35), securing a commanding 100-point victory and recording their best win of the campaign.
Henry Grenville was a standout performer throughout the season, averaging an impressive 30.5 disposals and 7.8 tackles per game, while also contributing on the scoreboard with an average of one goal per game.
Daniel Jones and Madden Griffin shared the club's leading goal kicker honours, finishing with 33 goals apiece. Jones also made a significant contribution around the contest, averaging 1.9 goals, eight clearances and five tackles per game. Jacob Brunner was another important attacking contributor, averaging 2.1 goals, 9.3 disposals and 1.3 contested marks per game.
With seven wins and some impressive performances throughout the season, Hampton will look to build on the positives from 2026 as they turn their attention towards the upcoming campaign.
Best Win: Round 13 – Hampton 20.15 (135) defeated East Brighton 5.5 (35).
Key Players:
- Henry Grenville: 30.5 disposals, 7.8 tackles and one goal per game.
- Daniel Jones (Leading Goal Kicker): 33 goals for the season, averaging 1.9 goals, eight clearances and five tackles per game.
- Madden Griffin (Leading Goal Kicker): 33 goals for the season.
- Jacob Brunner: Averaging 2.1 goals, 9.3 disposals and 1.3 contested marks per game.
WOMENS NETBALL – B1
Ladder Position: 7-8-1 (113.14%)
Best and Fairest: Lara Walker
Leading Goal Kicker: Eloise Smith – 249 Goals
Hampton's B1 netball side enjoyed a competitive 2026 campaign, finishing with seven wins, eight losses and one draw, alongside a percentage of 113.14%. The Hammers demonstrated some strong attacking performances throughout the season, with several players making valuable contributions across the court.
One of the highlights came in Round 9, when Hampton produced an impressive performance against St Kilda City, recording a convincing 58-24 victory.
Eloise Smith led the way in front of goal, finishing as the side's leading goal scorer with 249 goals from 15 games. Olivia Earney was another outstanding attacking contributor, recording 239 goals across 10 games, providing an important scoring option throughout the campaign.
Captain Bronte Reark also played an important role in the side, featuring in all 15 games and contributing 68 goals while providing leadership and consistency across the season.
With a number of strong individual performances and an impressive Round 9 victory to celebrate, Hampton will look to take the positives from their 2026 campaign into next season.
Best Win: Round 9 – Hampton 58 defeated St Kilda City 24.
Key Players:
- Eloise Smith (Leading Goal Kicker): 15 games, 249 goals.
- Olivia Earney: 10 games, 239 goals.
- Bronte Reark (Captain): 15 games, 68 goals.
Congratulations to everyone involved across Hampton's football and netball programs on their efforts throughout the 2026 season. The Hammers will now look ahead to 2027, aiming to build on this year's performances and continue developing across both programs.
