The famous “line in the sand game” was a turning point for both Hawthorn and Essendon. The Bombers’ have barely tasted success since that brutal match 21 years ago, and now it’s their turn to take a stand and prove their mettle. The famous “line in the sand game” was a turning point for both Hawthorn and Essendon. The Bombers’ have barely tasted success since that brutal match 21 years ago, and now it’s their turn to take a stand and prove their mettle. Sport / AFL Sydney Morning Herald – Latest News