COACHES

SENIORS

ETHAN CLARK

How long have you been involved with the club?

I’ve participated in the club in some way (player/referee/committee/coach) every season since the 2006/07 season, so this will be my 16th season.

What made you want to be head coach? What does it mean to you?

I have been an assistant coach for 4 seasons, so this is a new and exciting opportunity for me step up and prove myself. The fact I get to do it for the Hawks means a huge amount to me – the coaches I had gave so much to me, and I hope I am able to pass that on to my players.

What team are you looking forward to playing this year?

Tamaki Lightning.

What has been your favourite moment while being involved with the Hawks?

There has been many, but the absolute favourite was probably my last game playing, which was a Kiwibowl victory in the 2014/15 season.

What do you do for fun when you’re not coaching football?

I like to watch most sports, play video games, spend time with friends, and travel (when the world permits).

What’s a fun fact that people might not know about you?

​​​​​​​I was the biggest baby born in Rotorua hospital in 1990 (11lbs 6oz).

JUNIORS

BEN FREEMAN

How long have you been involved with the club?

I started with the Hawks as a Colt back in 2006.

What made you want to be head coach? What does it mean to you?

Coaching is a way I’m able to expand the game in New Zealand and introduce players to the game that has given me so many great experiences and friends.

What team are you looking forward to playing this year?

I’m looking forward to going up against Lightning. The Junior squads have had some good battles in contact and flag the last couple years.

What has been your favourite moment while being involved with the Hawks?

Winning the Kiwi Bowl as a player in the 2011/12 season.

What do you do for fun when you’re not coaching football?

My dog, a high maintenance yard and the New Zealand bush and beaches keep me busy away from Football. I’d be amiss if didn’t mention I play a bit of Madden on the old PlayStation.

What’s a fun fact that people might not know about you?

Started games at every position except DT for the Hawks.