KIEWA Sandy Creek utility Callum Turner believes the exhilaration associated with Chiltern's first finals series since 2015 could spell danger for his side in the first semi-final on Sunday.
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The success-starved Swans are playing with plenty of hunger and would consider themselves unlucky not to overrun Barnawartha last weekend after finishing with a flurry.
In contrast the Hawks haven't missed finals in more than a decade.
Chiltern won't lack any confidence against the defending premier after winning its only encounter this season by eight points way back in round eight.
The Swans came from behind at the last change on that occasion and are fast earning a reputation as the fittest side in the competition.
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Turner was an interested onlooker at last week's qualifying final and said the Swans desire and belief would make them a tough proposition.
"I went to their huddle at three-quarter-time last Saturday and they were confident in their ability to finish," Turner said.
"They are a side that finishes strong and have great confidence in that.
"We know that is an expectation of their's and it's up to us to combat that.
"Confidence and belief go a long way to winning finals and they won't be lacking any of that.
"We are fully aware that we will have to bring our A-game, they are a worthy contender.
"They are not just running on confidence, they are a talented side as well."
Chiltern ace Ricky Whitehead kicked five goals last weekend to provide a strong focal point.
The Swans will need a similar performance if they are to advance to the preliminary final.
The Hawks look to have the ideal match-up for Whitehead in high-profile recruit Michael Thompson.
The big bodied Hawk has held his own on some of the biggest name forwards in the Ovens and Murray including Brendan Fevola and Michael Newton.
"It looks like being an intriguing match-up," Turner said.
"But like most forwards, Whitehead is only as good as the delivery he receives.
"So it's up to our midfielders to apply plenty of pressure further up the field."
