Ask Hamish a question on All AccessRead Hamish McIntosh's pre-season Spotlight On A former first round draft pick, McIntosh is a man mountain at 203cm and 107kg. The 24 year old was drafted as a long term prospect and made his debut in 2005. McIntosh was one of North Melbourne’s best players in its 2007 campaign, assuming the role of number one ruckmen with David Hale becoming a permanent forward. He averaged almost 20 hit-outs a game and was named in the Australian squad. After a strong start to the 2008 season, McIntosh was struck down by a serious knee injury in North Melbourne’s Round 12 clash against Fremantle and didn’t return until Round 21. He struggled in his comeback and wasn’t included in the Elimination Final team to play against Sydney, prompting talks of a possible trade at the end of the season. The trade didn't eventuate, and McIntosh had plenty of pressure on him to perform in 2009. He responded brilliantly, opening the season with 21 possessions and three goals against Melbourne and was consistently in the best. He finished third in the league for hit-outs, and paired with Todd Goldstein to provide a lethal ruck combination towards the end of the year. Many considered him unlucky not to be included in the All-Australian side after he was named in an initial squad. Darren Crocker 2009 review: He got back to some of his best form of a couple of years ago. The key to Hamish is getting good pre-seasons under his belt. Last year he didn't have a great one and he just stumbled and bumbled for the year and hurt his knee. He got back to where we need him to be playing for us to be any hope of being a good developing team again. He needs to build up his strength; he gets around the ground alright but at times he gets pushed out of the way a bit too easily.
Draft history: 2002 National AFL Draft 1st round selection (Kangaroos) No. 9 overall.First game for North Melbourne: Round 6, 2005 v AdelaideBrownlow Medal: 8 career votesPlayer sponsors:
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I just want to improve in every session. I'm 25 years old and have still got plenty of improvement left in my body.Thursday, November 12, 2009 - 3:54PM
Todd Goldstein's emergence is a great sign for the Kangaroos looking forward, says Hamish McIntoshTuesday, August 25, 2009 - 6:12PM
North Melbourne ruckman Hamish McIntosh says his side hasn't forgotten being knocked out of the top four by Port Adelaide last seasonTuesday, August 25, 2009 - 5:28PM
At the half way point of the season the competition is hotting up in the race for the 2009 Syd Barker Medal.Monday, June 22, 2009 - 10:25AM
North Melbourne ruckman Hamish McIntosh says the Lions will present a challenge this weekThursday, May 28, 2009 - 2:12PM
In a new special feature we will be catching up with every player on the Roos list in the lead up to 2010. Today kangaroos.com.au chats to Hamish McIntosh.Thursday, November 12, 2009 - 2:21PM
View all the highlights from the last match between North Melbourne and Port Adelaide, in Round 7 of this year.Thursday, August 27, 2009 - 12:56PM
RooTube caught up with North Melbournes Hamish McIntosh and Sam Power to discuss Sundays draw against Richmond. Tuesday, July 21, 2009 - 12:46PM
RooTube caught up with two North Melbourne players after the Kangaroos loss to Brisbane. Tuesday, June 02, 2009 - 12:37PM
North Melbourne has launched its 2009 Membership advertisement. Log on to kangaroos.com.au to view the ad. Saturday, April 04, 2009 - 3:02PM
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Fun Facts:Nickname: Toisty Mackintosh (with a 'K') Describe yourself in one word: TallNumber on back as a youngster: Gary Ablett seniorMost valued possession: CouchMost famous sports person met: Mike Tyson Likes to collect: Winnings from TAB First job: Shelf stacker at Bilo Scariest moment: Bungee jumping Best meal to cook: Chicken risotto Four people to invite to dinner: Michael Jordan, Carmen Electra, Lachie Hansen, Michael Jordan Favourite music: Any house music Superstition: Same routine preparing for a match Favourite TV shows: Entourage and Family GuyMakes you laugh: Lachie Hansen
Most likely to succeed after football: Lachie Hansen - he wants to be an engineer. Favourite music before a game: Richard Mercer's love songs and dedications.
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