Cyril Rioli has been nominated for the Toyota AFL Goal of the Year for his brilliant goal in the third quarter.

Rioli collected the loose ball to run forward, dodge three Tiger players and kick a magical goal from the boundary.    

Hawks fans can view and vote for Rioli’s goal at www.afl.com.au/markgoal.  Voting is open from the Monday after each round through to the following Sunday night.

In 2008, the winners of the Toyota AFL Goal of the Year will receive;

  • The use of a TRD Aurion for 12 months, presented by Toyota   
  • $5000 for their grassroots club, presented by Toyota
  • A crystal replica of the official perpetual Toyota AFL Goal of the Year trophy
  • The Phil Manassa Medal

At the end of the 22 round Toyota AFL Premiership season, the AFL All-Australian Selection Committee will decide the overall winner from the 22 weekly winners.

The awards will be the presented during 2008 Toyota AFL Grand Final week.