Hawkins was drafted to Geelong under the father-son rule in 2006 after being named U18 All-Australian after the 2006 National Championship. Hawkins debuted in 2007 kicking 3 goals in his first match for the cats in thier round three encounter with Melbourne at Skilled Stadium. Hawkins played in Geelongs Premiership team in 2009 kicking to crucial goals to beat St.Kilda in the Grand Final. Hawkins has spent time in the Ruck this year and last year as a second tear ruckman. Hawkins has played 69 career games for the Cats.