At Blakk Sportswear, creating Indigenous-designed sportswear isn’t just a design service—it’s who we are. As a proudly Indigenous-owned and operated business, we understand the deep cultural significance of Indigenous artwork and the responsibility that comes with representing Indigenous heritage through sportswear.
Whether you’re looking to make Indigenous design your team’s permanent identity, planning an Indigenous round jersey for special fixtures, or seeking custom Indigenous-inspired team kits, we work with you to create authentic, culturally respectful designs that honour the world’s oldest living culture while giving your team a truly unique look.
More Australian sporting teams are choosing Indigenous-designed uniforms as their primary team identity—not just for special occasions, but year-round. Here’s why:
From grassroots junior teams to competitive senior clubs, teams across Australia are discovering that Indigenous-designed sportswear offers something truly special that generic sportswear simply can’t match.g expressions of cultural respect and connection.
NAIDOC Week (National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee Week) is celebrated annually in July and honours the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Many sporting clubs choose to debut their Indigenous round jerseys during NAIDOC Week as a way to participate in this significant national celebration.
At Blakk, we support clubs in creating NAIDOC Week jerseys that are:
Indigenous round is more than a jersey—it’s an opportunity to learn, connect, and demonstrate genuine respect for Indigenous culture.
Creating authentic Indigenous round jerseys requires more than design skills—it requires cultural knowledge, community engagement, and respect. Here’s how we work with clubs to create meaningful Indigenous sportswear:
We start by learning about your team, your area, and what cultural connections are important to you. Whether it's the Indigenous heritage of your region or specific community partnerships, we ensure the design reflects your team's identity.
Our design team works with you to create artwork concepts that incorporate Indigenous design elements. We can adapt patterns, colors, and symbols to align with local Indigenous nations and communities you have connections with.
All our Indigenous designs are created ethically, with respect for cultural protocols and proper permissions where needed. We're Indigenous-owned, so we understand the importance of doing this right.
You'll see design mockups and can request adjustments until you're completely happy with your custom Indigenous designed sportswear.
Blakk creates Indigenous sportswear for clubs across every major sport in Australia
As the official supplier for the NSW Koori Knockout, we understand the deep connection between Indigenous communities and rugby league. Our Indigenous rugby league jerseys are built for the toughness of the game while showcasing powerful Indigenous artwork.
With AFL’s long history of Indigenous rounds and Indigenous superstars, Indigenous AFL guernseys have become iconic. We create Indigenous Aussie Rules guernseys that honour the game’s Indigenous heritage while celebrating local cultural connections.
Netball has a strong Indigenous participation base, and Indigenous netball dresses are increasingly common for NAIDOC Week and Indigenous rounds. Our designs work beautifully on netball uniforms while maintaining performance and movement.
Touch football’s inclusive, community-focused nature makes it perfect for Indigenous rounds. Our lightweight Indigenous touch football singlets feature artwork that looks stunning while performing on the field.
Football clubs are embracing Indigenous rounds as awareness grows. Our Indigenous soccer jerseys incorporate artwork into traditional football kit designs for a powerful visual statement.
With basketball’s growing Indigenous participation and NBL’s strong Indigenous round tradition, Indigenous basketball jerseys are becoming more common at all levels.
With basketball’s growing Indigenous participation and NBL’s strong Indigenous round tradition, Indigenous basketball jerseys are becoming more common at all levels.
While many clubs start with an Indigenous round jersey for a special fixture, some are choosing to incorporate Indigenous design elements into their regular team identity. We support this by creating:
If your club has deep connections with Indigenous communities—whether through location, player demographics, or long-standing relationships—permanent Indigenous-inspired sportswear can be a powerful way to demonstrate ongoing commitment rather than a once-yearly acknowledgment.
The NSW Koori Knockout is one of Australia’s largest and most significant Indigenous sporting events, bringing together Aboriginal rugby league teams from across New South Wales. Being selected as the official merchandise supplier for this prestigious tournament reflects the trust Indigenous communities place in Blakk.
For the Koori Knockout, we’ve created Indigenous sportswear that celebrates the tournament’s rich history while honouring the participating communities. Our designs incorporate culturally significant elements while meeting the performance demands of competitive rugby league.
Ready to create distinctive, culturally authentic Indigenous sportswear for your team?
Contact Blakk Sportswear today to start a conversation about custom Indigenous-designed team kits. Whether you’re looking to make Indigenous design your permanent team identity, create a special Indigenous round jersey, or explore what’s possible for your club, we’re here to guide you through the process with cultural integrity and expertise.
As an Indigenous-owned business with proven experience creating Indigenous sportswear for major events and community clubs across Australia, we’re uniquely positioned to help your team create uniforms that are meaningful, distinctive, and culturally appropriate.
