Despite being thrown into the ruck on occasion due to the absence of senior players, Hooker produced his best year for the Bombers in 2009, playing as a tall defender. Performed admirably on the likes of Jonathan Brown and Nick Riewoldt, and will hopefully be able to settle and develop further in the key defensive role this season.
Draft history: 2007 NAB AFL Draft 4th round selection (Essendon) No. 54 overall.
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