ROBINVALE Euston export Seamus Mitchell is firming for an AFL debut for Hawthorn after an outstanding performance for VFL affiliate Box Hill.

The 20-year-old put himself at the forefront of selectors' minds with a standout 30-disposal game when the Hawks defeated Sydney by 27 points last week.

An injury-hit first two seasons in the AFL system hurt Mitchell's progress as he transitioned from play...