West Coast Eagles Hansen was born in
Victoria, Australia and was educated at
Mazenod College. His father,
Clarke Hansen, was a respected sports commentator. Recruited from Northvale/
Oakleigh Chargers, he made his debut for
West Coast Eagles in round 11,
2004, against
Collingwood, after being picked with selection 38 in the
2001 AFL draft. Hansen was named the Eagles' rookie of the year for 2005. Of the 14 games Hansen played during the 2006 season, the Eagles emerged victorious on every occasion. Hansen kicked two goals in the opening quarter of the
2006 AFL Grand Final, which the
West Coast Eagles won by a solitary point. In
round 7, 2007, Hansen appeared in a losing side for the first time since the
2005 AFL Grand Final. Hansen struggled with injuries during the latter half of his career, playing 14 games or less in each of his final four seasons, with only nine in 2009. His name was often brought up during the trade period, however he remained with the Eagles, concluding his career as a one club player. Hansen was delisted at the end of the 2010 season, but continued playing at WAFL level with
Swan Districts, where he had played reserves while a West Coast listed player. Hansen played with Swan Districts until 2012, and was part of its 2010 premiership team. ==Coaching career==