Mitch Hinge

Mitchell Hinge (born 26 June 1998) is a professional Australian rules footballer playing for the Adelaide Crows in the Australian Football League (AFL). He previously played for the Brisbane Lions and was drafted by Brisbane from with the 20th selection in the 2017 rookie draft prior to the 2017 AFL season.

One of six children, he is the brother of former player John Hinge. Hinge won two NEAFL premierships with the Lions in 2017 and 2019.

Adelaide The Adelaide Crows, who had interest in the South Australian, signed Hinge as a delisted free agent prior to the 2021 AFL season.

Prior to the 2024 AFL season, Hinge joined Adelaide's leadership group as one of the senior players of the club following his breakout season. He was relieved of the role the following year as the club shifted to a more refined leadership group, despite the defender averaging a career-high 22 disposals.

Hinge experienced an interrupted start to his 2026 campaign, as a pre-season injury kept him on the sidelines until the round five match against . In his return game, he suffered a hamstring strain, ruling him out for a month of football.

Personal life As of April 2026, Hinge is dating the sister of player Will McCabe.

Statistics Updated to the end of round 22, 2026.

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