The Sharks are proud to launch their 2024 NRL Indigenous jersey featuring intricate artwork that captures the cultural knowledge and stories of the traditional owners of the local region.
Designed by Aboriginal artist Jordan Ardler, the strip will be worn in the Indigenous Round match against the Panthers at PointsBet Stadium next week (Saturday, May 25).
Along with the jersey, an Indigenous training T-shirt and shorts can now be ordered online – CLICK HERE. The extended Classic range will be available in the Sharks Store at Kareela from 10am on Tuesday. Stock is limited, so get in quick.
According to Ardler, who also designed the 2023 Sharks Indigenous jersey, this year's version contains symbology of Dreaming, salt water and fishing enterprise, with a powerful energy through line work and patterns.
Stingrays, a part of Dreaming which remains significant to the Gweagal people who first inhabited the land on which the 'Kurranulla' Sharks play and live, appear prominently on both sides of the jersey. This detail showcases the ongoing cultural connection to and understanding of the area while paying respect to all Indigenous ancestors who occupied and nurtured it for us in the present day.
The top back of the jersey is emblazoned with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags, acknowledging the strength and history of First Nations peoples.
The Indigenous jersey is available in men's, youth, ladies and infant sizing, while the training tee and shorts come in men's and youth sets. Check out the online Sharks Store HERE for more information and to place your order.
