Hewett responded impressively in 2025 after adversity, putting injury troubles behind him to re-establish himself as one of West Coast’s most exciting young midfielders. After missing an entire campaign due to ongoing foot issues that eventually required surgery, the dynamic Swan Districts product returned with confidence and impact, featuring in 20 matches and consistently showing his ability to influence games. Powerful out of congestion and dangerous around goal, Hewett’s burst speed and fearless style provided a point of difference through the middle and forward half, with his performances reinforcing why he remains a key piece of the Eagles’ long-term plans. Still only early in his career, the popular midfielder’s resilience and match winning glimpses marked 2025 as an important step forward. At a Glance: Junior Club: Caversham (WA). Debut: Round 2, 2023. Recruited from: Swan Districts (WA). Brownlow votes: 0.
