 Hunter was also often used by coach John Worsfold as a "swingman", being shifted to centre half-forward where he played a key role in the forward line.Hunter kicked 29 goals in 2006 to be third in the Eagles' goal-kicking behind Quinten Lynch (65 goals) and Andrew Embley (31 goals), scoring four goals in a game four times.11 of these goals were scored in the finals series.