Perth Wildcats 24/25 Youth Indigenous Jersey

Artist: Jarnda Bina Councillor-Barns

She is a Karrajarri, Nuggaja, Noongar (Binjarup), Maori woman from Boorloo (Perth, Western Australia).

At 17, Jarnda moved to her grandfather's country, Geraldton WA. Where she felt at home and thought she’d give painting a go. After a year of perfecting her craft, she began working with companies such as AUSTRADE, City of Perth, Super Rugby, Perth football league and plenty more.

Since starting her own business two years ago, she has exposed her son to multiple opportunites and taught him about his cultures in the process. In the future, she aims to work with as many companies as she can to continue on sharing her stories and exchanging knowledge on Jarnda Councillor-Barns my cultures with different workforces.

Jersey Design:

This design stands as a testament to resilience, echoing the journey of an individual.

At its core, the design captures the essence of overcoming barriers, whether it be financial, locational, accessability ect. These paths represent the winding roads of struggle, each twist and turn a testament to the resilience required to navigate through those barriers.

Interwoven with the paths are patterns drawn from the fabric of cultural identity. The opaque entities in the back represents the rich connections of our elders and their presence with us on our journey giving us strength to push through our challenges. Through the design, those barriers that are depicted as obstacles to be overcomed, their presence acknowledged but ultimately transcended in the pursuit of unity and strength.

Amidst the vibrant tapestry of cultural symbolism, the design is anchored by the steady presence of natural elements. The flowing waters speak to the locational challenges faced along the way, reminding us of the importance of stewardship and harmony with the land and our people. Through the design, the individual's connection to the earth is honoured, highlighting the resilience forged through a deep reverence for our traditional lands.

As the emblem comes to life, it serves not only as a representation of the basketball team but as a powerful reflection of the journey that brought them to this moment. Each line, curve, and color speaks to the triumphs and tribulations faced along the way, weaving together a narrative of strength, unity, and unwavering determination.

In its entirety, the indigenous design for the basketball team emblem stands as a testament to the human spirit's capacity to overcome barriers, embracing the challenges of the past while forging boldly into the future.

Rep Perth Wildcats story with pride in this Jersey. It features indigenous artwork representing the team and their story incorporated with the team wordmark on our premium, sports mesh fabric.

- 190GSM fabric
- Champion branded woven jock tag
- Quick drying & moisture wicking
- Increases airflow & prevents odours
- Side panel with split at front
- More traditional basketball inspired neckline
- Fits true to size, size up for a looser fit.