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27 Mathew Stokes

 
Details
Number27
Height177cm
Weight80kg
DOB22-11-1984
Debut2006
GamesGoals
201019201029
Career86Career129
Dreamteam Points
20101385Go to Dream Team
Outlook
Was the unlucky player in Geelong’s premiership campaign with a groin injury ruling him out of the preliminary final and he was unable to force his way back for the Grand Final. After playing in the 2008 Grand Final less than 100 per cent fit, Stokes fought hard to return and, although disappointed to be overlooked, took it in his stride. Kicked 29 goals in 19 games, including four against the Western Bulldogs in round nine, and still has plenty to offer as a creative small forward.

SEASON BY SEASON HIGHLIGHTS

2009
  • Was the unlucky player of the year. After ruling himself out of the PF win over Collingwood with groin soreness, could not regain place for GF
  • Was emergency on GF day
  • Played 19 games and kicked 29 goals
  • Booted two key goals in QF win over Bulldogs
  • Season high four goals came in rd 9 vs. Bulldogs
  • Equalled career best with 13 handballs vs. Bulldogs in rd 21
  • Kicked goals in 15 of 19 games
  • Had 20+ disposals five times
  • Member of NAB Cup premiership team
2008
  • Played in his second consecutive AFL grand final
  • Stokes has now played in senior grand finals in each of past five seasons (2 x AFL, 1 x VFL, 2 x SANFL)
  • Had career high 31 possessions in rd 2 win over Essendon
  • Played 22 games (20-2) and kicked 38 goals. Kicked at least one goal in 19 of his 22 games. Kicked four goals in three different matches
  • Played in AFL hall of fame game for Dream team vs. Victoria
2007
  • Made himself a permanent member of the team, culminating in premiership medal
  • Kicked three crucial goals in first quarter of preliminary final win over Collingwood
  • Played 21 games (18-3) and kicked 32 goals. Kicked at least one goal in 18 games
  • Played all three finals
  • Kicked a career best five goals vs. Freo in rd 17 at Subiaco
  • Played for Indigenous all stars in February
2006
  • Made his AFL debut against Richmond and went on to play nine games (5-4)
  • Polled two Brownlow votes in win over Port Adelaide
  • Booted three goals vs. Essendon in rd 11
  • Member of Cats VFL grand final team
2005
  • Played with Woodville West Torrens in SANFL
  • Played in SANFL grand final
2004
  • Played with Woodville West Torrens in SANFL
  • Played in SANFL grand final
2003
  • Played with Woodville West Torrens in SANFL
  • Was named most improved player
2002
  • Represented Northern Territory at U18 national championship
2001
  • Key player in Palmerston’s NTFL grand final win over Darwin
  • Represented Northern Territory at U18 national championship
  • Played for Australia vs. Ireland in U17 international rules series
2000
  • Represented Northern Territory at U18 national championship

At a Glance

  • Junior Clubs: Southern Districts
  • Clubs: Geelong
  • Debut: 2006
  • Recruited from: Woodville-WT
  • AFL Awards: See awards section
  • Club Awards: See awards section
  • Brownlow Votes: 2
DisposalsMarksStoppagesFreesGeneral playScoring
 
Week 1
Western Bulldogs
W 96 - 82
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Week 3
Collingwood
W 120 - 47
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Week 4
St Kilda
W 68 - 80
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News

Itching for the next challenge

Mathew Stokes says Geelong can’t wait to get out on the field against the Bulldogs.Thursday, August 12, 2010 - 3:51AM

Late starter

Mathew Stokes was on track to be a star basketballer until he stopped growing, which has been a godsend for Geelong.Tuesday, June 01, 2010 - 4:04AM

Stoked for Mathew

Cameron Mooney is 'very proud' to have Mathew Stokes back in a forward line he complements so wellSaturday, May 22, 2010 - 1:51AM

Stokes to face Lions

Mathew Stokes gets the call to face Brisbane.Thursday, May 13, 2010 - 5:00PM

Mathew Stokes in his own words

Mathew Stokes has written an open letter following his recent legal issues.Thursday, May 13, 2010 - 4:10AM

Video

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Mathew Stokes booted four goals in the thrilling win over the Hawks.Saturday, July 10, 2010 - 8:15PM

Mathew Stokes year by year
Year Club Gms Kicks HB Marks Poss Goals Beh Conv HO Tack FF FA B'low B+F
2006 GEEL 9 72 45 51 117 9 5 64.3% 0 23 5 6 2 18th
2007
 GEEL
 21
 195
 159
 111
 354
 32
 15
 68.1%
 0
 58
 26
 15
 0
 15th
2008 GEEL 22 235 162 122 397 38 17 69.1% 0 54 21 16 0 16th
2009 GEEL 19 157 143 75 300 29 19 60.4% 0 55 17 9 0 19th
Totals   71
 659 509 359
 1168 108
 56
 65.9% 0 190 69
 46
 2  
Best     22 13
 13
 31 5
 3   0 8
 4
 3    

Geelong
Community champion 2009

Woodville - West Torrens
Most improved 2003

Representative honours
Dream Team vs Victoria 2008
Indigenous All Stars 2007, 2009
Northern Territory U18 2000-2002
Australia vs. Ireland U17 International Rules 2001

Premierships
NTFL 2001 (Palmerston dft. Darwin)
AFL 2007 (Geelong dft Port Adelaide)
NAB Cup 2009 (Geelong dft. Collingwood)

Mathew Stokes history vs. opponents 2006-09

Opponent Gms Kicks HB Marks Poss Goals Beh HO Tack FF FA
Adelaide 6
 46 48
 31
 94 8
 5 0 14
 2
 5
Brisbane
 5
 45
 39
 13
 84
 9
 3
 0
 15
 6
 6
Carlton 3 29 23 22 52 7 3 0 7 2 2
Collingwood
 4
 42
 20
 20
 62
 6
 3
 0
 5
 4
 3
Essendon 3
 42 23 21 65 7
 3 0 6
 2 4
Fremantle 6
 61
 40
 31
 101 10
 2
 0 16
 6
 2
Hawthorn
 5
 35
 36
 22
 71
 4
 5
 0
 17
 7
 2
Melbourne 4 43 28 21 71 9 4 0 13 6 3
Nth Melb
 6
 51
 39
 33 90 5
 8
 0 18
 6
 6
Port Adel 6
 53 41
 31
 94 9
 5
 0 18
 7
 4
Richmond 3
 26 32
 17
 58 5
 2 0 5 4
 1
St Kilda
 4
 36
 35
 19
 71
 5
 1
 0
 6
 3
 3
Sydney
 5
 55
 35
 26
 90
 8
 4
 0
 18
 6
 2
West Coast 4
 39
 21
 20 60 4
 3 0 8
 4
 0
W-Bulldogs 7
 56 49 32
 105
 12
 5 0 24
 4 3
Playing record (at start of 2010 season)
AFL
Geelong: 71 games, 108 goals
NAB Cup
Geelong: 10 games, 13 goals
VFL
Geelong: 16 games, 14 goals
SANFL
Woodville – West Torrens: 65 games, 73 goals
NTFL (Darwin)
Palmerston: 46 games

 

Milestone games

Milestone
 versus
 round
 venue
 result
AFL debut
 Richmond
 rd 9, 2006
 Skilled
 L 20
Finals debut
 Kangaroos
 QF, 2007
 MCG
 W 106
50th game St Kilda QF, 2008 MCG W 58

Draft history
Selected by Geelong with the 61st pick in 2005 national draft
Name: Mathew Stokes
Nickname: Mexican
Whose number did you have on your back as a kid? Nathan Buckley
Who had the biggest impact on your junior career? dad
Teammate most likely to succeed post-football and why? Simon Hogan – male model
Who is the toughest player you have played on? Joel Corey
Would you consider coaching after your retirement as a player? No
If you had to describe yourself in one word, it would be: forgetful
What makes you laugh? Gazza’s dumb jokes
What do you like to collect? hats
Your most valued possession: Golf clubs
The most famous person (unrelated to football) that you have met and where: Vin Diesel – Singapore airport
First job was: Fruit store
Superstitions: Run out next to Milburn
You would spend your last $100 on: Happy Gardens (Chinese take away in Darwin)
The meal/food you are best at cooking: Tacos
The four people (dead or alive) you would invite for dinner: Michael Jordan, Ali, Denzel Washington, Eva Mendes
Favourite meal the night before a game: Wok in a box
Favourite song(s)/album(s): Live your life
Favourite band(s)/musician(s): Bliss N Eso
What music helps you get “in the zone” before a game? Rap and Johnny Cash
Favourite movie: Any given Sunday
Favourite ‘can’t miss’ TV show: Two and a half men

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