Ian Law

Recruited from the amateur ranks at Old Scotch, Ian Law burst onto the VFL scene as a tenacious rover with a sharp eye for goal. He quickly established himself as one of Hawthorn's most vital contributors during their golden era of the early 1960s, playing a pivotal role in the club's breakthrough 1961 premiership. A dual-sided player known for his speed and fierce competitiveness, Law's ability to win his own ball and finish accurately made him a nightmare for opposition defenders. His standing at Glenferrie Oval was confirmed by winning three Best and Fairest awards in the space of four seasons, an incredible feat that underlined his consistency and class during the Hawks' rise to power.

Beyond football, Law was a gifted all-round sportsman who also represented Victoria in Sheffield Shield cricket as a specialist batsman. Despite his on-field brilliance, his football career was relatively short; a year spent overseas in 1966 followed by a debilitating ankle injury upon his return severely limited his output in his final seasons. He retired after the 1968 season, leaving a legacy as a Team of the Century member and one of the primary architects of Hawthorn's first-ever flag triumph.