Angus Dewar Biography

Matt Spangher is one of seven players delisted by Hawthorn.

Jack Fitzpatrick also departs the club after one season while defender Angus Litherland and midfielder Zac Webster have also been cut from the primary list.

Rookie-listed players Lachlan Langford, Jermaine Miller-Lewis and Alex Woodward have also been released.

Angus Litherland undergoes minor shoulder surgery as he awaits news on his future in 2017.

Josh Gibson predicts that Angus Litherland will cement his spot in the Hawks' backline in 2016.

Litherland had to bide his time after being selected with pick No.55 in the 2010 NAB AFL Draft, but has impressed whenever given the opportunity.

After making his debut in 2014, the defender has played 19 games with his most recent appearance for the Hawks coming in the final round of last season.

"Angus has just been around the edges [as] we have sort of been spoilt for choice [with] so many guys down there over the last few years, but when he has come in he has played his role and played it really well," Gibson said.

"I know from his perspective he is really keen and wants to take it with both hands when he gets that chance and really try to cement himself this year."

Angus Litherland has been rewarded by Hawthorn for his breakout season with a two-year contract extension.

"I'm happy to stay here at Hawthorn. I love the club and it's obviously such a strong club with good on-field success at the moment - hopefully we can keep that going," Litherland said.

"It's been a good reward for hard work over the last few years."

Angus Litherland makes his AFL debut for Hawthorn at Docklands Stadium with 10 disposals (4 kicks and 6 handballs), 2 marks and a tackle in a 4-point win over Essendon.