Hawthorn have extended athletic tall Max Ramsden for another year, adding to his existing contract set to expire at the end of next season.
The 21-year-old is capable ruck option, standing 203cm, but has an equally promising future as a forward, playing both positions throughout his time at the Hawks, primarily with Box Hill.
Picked up with selection six at 2022 Mid-Season Draft, he has fielded just five senior games, including three in 2024, where his best performance came with nine touches, five marks and a goal against Collingwood at Gather Round.
His development in the reserves has been exciting, playing 14 matches for a 12 goal return, averaging 13 disposals, four marks and nearly 17 hit outs, providing a versatile threat.
He is also an elite runner for a big man, blitzing the 2km time trial in his draft year with a time of 6:04.
His one-year extension takes him through to the end of 2026, where Hawthorn hope to get a firmer grasp on his value, either slotting him into what may be a potent side competing near the top, or assessing his value on the open market.
Ramma signs on! ๐คฉhttps://t.co/NA6Mc0RJK3 pic.twitter.com/yevB8f6AQj
— Hawthorn FC (@HawthornFC) September 26, 2024
For now, list manager Mark McKenzie and the Hawthorn Football Club are thrilled to extend their young tall.
โThis contract extension is a great opportunity to recognise Max's hard work and desire to continue to develop his craft,โ McKenzie said.
โAs a longer-term prospect for the club, Max's future is looking bright, having already shown traits of athleticism, endurance and versatility since arriving at the club via the 2022 mid-season draft.
โWe see him forming a valuable part of our future so it's fantastic to have him buy into the exciting direction we're heading in as a club.โ
