Hawthorn’s 1989 victory is noteworthy not just for its talent but for the courage displayed by players like Dermott Brereton and Robert DiPierdomenico with matchwinning performances after suffering painful injuries. The Hawks held out a resurgent Geelong to bring up their fourth Premiership in seven years.

Competition
AFL

Coach
Coach of the 1989 Hawthorn AFL Premiership side was Allan Jeans.

Captain
Captain of the 1989 Hawthorn Premiership side was Michael Tuck.