Isaac Smith booted 15 majors in 2021.

VETERAN Hawk Isaac Smith’s arrival in Geelong generated plenty of discussion.

Fans and critics were split over a once fearsome foe swapping his stripes to hoops, however Smith outperformed even the most optimistic of expectations in his first season at the club.

A fourth-placed Carji Greeves Medal finish underlined his importance in his first season at the club.

Smith made the wing position his own, roaming the length of GMHBA stadium to earn nearly 23 touches a game and providing a reliable scoring punch with 15 goals for the season.

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The Best of Isaac Smith

Enjoy some 2021 highlights from one of our new recruits for the 2021 season, Isaac Smith.

Season Averages

Disposals: 22.9 (7th at Geelong)
Kicks: 16 (2nd at Geelong)
Marks: 6.9 (4th at Geelong)
Effective Disposals: 17.1 (5th at Geelong)
Effective Kicks: 11.1 (3rd at Geelong)
Goals: 0.6 (8th at Geelong)
Inside 50s: 4.1 (2nd at Geelong)
Metres Gained: 484.2 (2nd at Geelong)
Rebound 50s: 3.8 (4th at Geelong)
Uncontested Possessions: 17.2 (3rd at Geelong)

Isaac Smith Showreel
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    Champion Smith leaves field for last time | Round 24

    Isaac 'Norm' Smith has a moment to cherish as he is celebrated for a remarkable career

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    Smith sinks trademark finish | Round 24

    Isaac Smith puts through this ripping running goal to give his side the perfect start in his final game

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    Smith & Scott | Press Conference R22

    Isaac Smith and Chris Scott spoke to the media after the announcement of Issie's retirement and in the lead up to the round 22 Clash against the Pies. Presented by Morris

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    Thanks Issie

    Four-time Premiership player and 2022 Norm Smith Medallist Isaac Smith will retire at the conclusion of Geelong's 2023 season.

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    Isaac Smith Post Game | Round 21

    Isaac Smith spoke to Cats Media after a cracking win agains the Power in Round 21. Proudly Presented by Ford Australia.

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    Smith Soccers it Through

    Issac Smith soccers a goal to kick off the second quarter.

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    Smith Press Conference | Round 2

    Isaac Smith spoke with the media in the lead up to our Round 2 Clash with Carlton. Presented by Ford

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    Isaac Smith Presser | AFL Pre Season

    Isaac Smith speaks to the media during Geelong's pre season heading into season 2023. Proudly Presented by Ford Australia.

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    Smith Grand Final Highlights

    Veteran Cat Isaac Smith lit up the MCG on Grand Final day, his two first quarter goals and dashing run and carry a vital element to Geelong's ultimate success.

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    Five Key Cats Commit

    Geelong's pre-season has been given an early boost with five Premiership players committing to new deals ahead of the 2023 AFL season.

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    Smith saves most special game for last to claim Norm

    Isaac Smith notches three goals in one of his all-time best performances to be awarded the Norm Smith Medal.

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    Stop it Smith, that's ice cold

    Geelong continues to pile on more pain as Isaac Smith nails his third in some style.

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    Smith catches fire with two first term stunners

    Isaac Smith snares a pair of goals in the opening term as the Cats look ominous early in the Grand Final at the MCG.

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    Cameron's Cats Clips | Jezza & Smith

    Jeremy Cameron and Isaac Smith sit down to watch some old school Geelong Cats highlights goggle box style. Presented by Simonds.

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    Isaac Smith Press Conference | Pre Finals Bye

    Isaac Smith speaks to the media during Geelong's pre finals bye. Proudly Presented by Ford Australia.

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    All The Goals | Round 23

    Rewatch all the goals from Geelong's Round 23 win over the Eagles, as the Cats stack the scoresheet in the final home and away game of the season!

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    Classy Smith Rolls Through Another

    Isaac Smith shows off his class with this stellar running finish to extend his side's lead during the second term

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    Inside The Circle | Round 21

    Join the team inside the circle for our 11th straight rendition of the song. Proudly Presented by Villawood Properties.

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    Smith finishes off a great team goal

    Geelong attacks with full strength as Isaac Smith finishes the work

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    Smith Post-Game | Round 17

    We chat with milestone man Isaac Smith after the win against the Dees. Presented by Ford.

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Standout Moment

It didn’t take long for Smith to endear himself to the Geelong faithful.

Smith’s first match-winning finish for the Cats came in Round 2, putting the Cats ahead on the scoreboard with just three minutes remaining against the Lions.

The long-striding Cat put space on his opponent at the stoppage to take advantage of some Tom Hawkins ruck brilliance and snap truly from 15 metres out.

Stats File

At 32 years of age, Smith is still a leader when it comes to the running metrics.

Smith ran 16.2km twice this season, the second-best effort this year when it came to distance.

He was also the third fastest at the club in season 2021, recording a speed of 34.1 km/h in the Qualifying Final against Port Adelaide.

When it came to the number of sprints and defensive workrate, the first-year Cat ranked fourth in both categories.

READ: Cats GPS Numbers
Game-Breaking Performance

Smith’s remarkable consistency makes it hard to pick out just one match-changing performance.

What does stick out is the veteran Cat standing up when the chips are down.

Smith kicked two goals on four occasions in season 2021, with three of those efforts coming in Cats losses.

When Geelong was struggling to hit the scoreboard it was Smith who stood up, leading the charge against Adelaide in Round 1,  Melbourne in Round 4 and Brisbane in Round 15.

The Quote

Smith seems right at home in Geelong, taking to the town like a duck takes to water.

The laid-back Cat’s broad smile was a fixture on the training track.