Sam Menegola is the Round 16 Ford Fan Most Valuable Player.

The 28-year-old was brilliant in Geelong's 66-point victory against Essendon with a game-high 28 disposals, 11 score involvements and eight clearances. He also pushed forward to kick two goals and had an equal game-high four centre clearances.

Menegola received 62% of your vote to finish well ahead of Tom Hawkins (11%) in second place.

Hawkins produced another dominant display inside Geelong's attacking 50 with four goals and three contested marks.

The 32-year-old now sits nine goals clear of the next best in the race for the Coleman Medal.

Menegola Showreel
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    Thank You Sam

    Tomorrow night, Sam Menegola will pull on the Hoops for 117th and final time. Sam has served our Club for eight seasons, demonstrated excellence and resilience throughout, and been an exemplary Geelong person.

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  • 01:01

    Sam Menegola Highlights | VFL Round 17

    In Sam Menegola's return game in the VFL he dominated with 31 disposals and 2 tackles. Presented by Bendigo Bank.

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    Sam Menegola Highlights | VFL Round 16

    Sam Menegola has been in strong from after returning to the VFL. Proudly Presented by Bendigo Bank.

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    Menegola steals a ripper

    Sam Menegola picked his opponent's pockets with this stunning steal and goal to follow

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  • 00:28

    Cruel Cats blow as concussion rules out utility

    Geelong has suffered an injury blow with Sam Menegola subbed out of the match following this tackle.

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  • 00:39

    Menegola Magic

    Sam Menegola shows terrific poise in front of goal to get the Cats' third goal following an excellent smother from Tom Atkins.

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  • 00:56

    100 Games for Menegola

    Sam Menegola is set to play his 100th game this weekend so we take a look back at some of his best highlights.

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  • 02:00

    Menegola Post Match

    Sam Menegola speaks to media after the victory against North Melbourne

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  • 00:57

    Menegola Puts One On The Board

    Hawkins keeps the ball alive to allow Menegola to snap a goal against the Kangaroos

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  • 00:56

    Sam Menegola Highlights

    Geelong Midfielder Sam Menegola has signed on until the end of season 2023. Take a look at some of his best work. Presented by Ford.

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  • 01:55

    The making of Menegola: Cat reflects on his Grand Final journey

    Geelong midfielder Sam Menegola speaks to AFL.com.au ahead of Saturday's Grand Final clash with Richmond.

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  • 11:38

    Menegola press conference

    Sam Menegola speaks to the press. Presented by Ford.

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  • 02:15

    Menegola post-match (R11)

    Sam Menegola speaks after the win over the Saints. Presented by Ford.

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  • 03:09

    Training Update: Menegola

    Sam Menegola speaks about his form, the shorter quarters and life as a new Dad. Presented by Ford.

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  • 00:59

    Player Spotlight: Menegola (R5)

    Sam Menegola's 23 disposals and goal has earned him this weeks player spotlight. Produly presently by SC Technology Group.

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  • 12:51

    Chris Scott press conf (R20)

    Chris Scott speaks to media ahead of Geelong's clash against Fremantle.

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    Menegola on the mend

    Sam Menegola talks about the injury that has kept him sidelined, whilst Nigel Lappin tells us about the work he has been doing to help get him back on the field. Proudly presented by GMHBA.

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  • 18:24

    Chris Scott press conf (R9)

    Chris Scott speaks to the media ahead of the Round 9 match with the Western Bulldogs

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  • 04:24

    Sam Menegola Press Conf (R4)

    Sam Menegola speaks to the media ahead of the round four match against GWS.

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  • 01:10

    Spotlight: Menegola (R3)

    Have a closer look at Sam Menegola's performance in the Round 3 Spotlight, proudly presented by Ace Body Corporate Management.

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Mark Blicavs (5%) and Jed Bews (5%) were other popular choices. 

Blicavs set the tone early kicking the first goal of the game and stood up the ruck for the Cats in the absence of Rhys Stanley. 

Bews kicked a career-high two goals and was brilliant with his ball use operating at 91.7% efficiency.

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