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However, a lot of other people moved abroad during the 2023 trade period and made significant contributions to their team’s 2024 victory.

In light of individuals who were overlooked at a new club during the previous season, we have identified the top four underappreciated newcomers of 2023.

After transferring over to Brisbane in 2023, Gunston made his way back home to his triple-premiership club in 2024.

As Coach Sam Mitchell had stated, he was disappointed to see Gunston move during the 2022 trade window, and it was evident why during his comeback season. Hawthorn’s unexpected run to the finals demonstrated Gunston’s seasoned leadership, as he produced more on-field work than in 2023 and helped nurture a youthful forward corps, particularly the growth of father-son Calsher Dear.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – JUNE 08: At the 2024 AFL Round 13 game between the Hawthorn Hawks and the GWS GIANTS at UTAS Stadium in Launceston, Australia, on June 8, 2024, Jack Gunston of the Hawks celebrates a goal with teammates Luke Breust and Callsher Dear. (Image via Getty Images by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos)

Although it was anticipated that Dear would advance through the Box Hill VFL levels in 2024, he made his debut in Round 8 and remained there for the rest of the season. Dear’s ascent to playing the AFL was greatly aided by Gunston’s instruction and experience, and they bonded particularly well because they had lost their fathers. An unanticipated but significant benefit of Hawthorn’s purchase of the triple-premiership forward was Gunston’s off-field help.

Of course, Gunston’s brilliance extended beyond the pitch. In 2024, he kicked 29 goals in 18 games, including two four-goal hauls and a five-goal haul against Richmond in Round 23. Even with a young, quickly developing forward line, Gunston demonstrated his ability to perform at the highest level.

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