Bullets Launch Indigenous Jersey for NBL21

The Brisbane Bullets, in partnership with Rork Projects have today launched Indigenous Round with the club to wear the commemorative jersey in Monday night’s game against Melbourne United at Nissan Arena.

Indigenous construction company Rork Projects is partnering with the club for the NBL’s second official Indigenous Round.

The commemorative jersey, designed by local artist Janelle McQueen, tells the story of the Bullets’ history spanning over 40 years; the main element being a warrior’s shield and two spears. The shield symbolises ‘strength’ to guard against attacks and the two spears symbolise ‘speed’ and ‘accuracy’. These three elements are what makes Bullets players so strong and effective.

Proud Torres Strait Islander man and Bullets player, Tamuri Wigness, is looking forward to wearing the commemorative jersey and representing his people.

“It really gives me pride that we get to acknowledge our people. I get to have my family on my back, not just my Bullets family but I’ll also have my people and my culture with me as well,” he said.

“For the entire NBL to acknowledge the Indigenous people of Australia is great but this is about education and awareness as well. 

“This round will provide the Indigenous community with so much inspiration to strive to be an NBL player. I can guarantee all the Indigenous kids around the country will be watching.” 

Rork Projects Co-Owner John Paul Janke said the NBL’s Indigenous Round is a demonstration of the power of sport to drive change across Australia.

“The jerseys will unfurl a source of pride for not just the Indigenous community but for every NBL fan, and importantly it will drive important conversations as a valuable step towards reconciliation,” John said.

Rork Projects Managing Director Brian O’Rourke said he is proud to be the Naming Rights Partner for the Brisbane Bullets Indigenous Round for the second consecutive year.

“I’m once again looking forward to recognising the successes of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through the NBL Indigenous Round,” he said.

“This year’s jersey design tells a wonderful story with themes that can be transferred from the court to the boardroom, and we are proud to champion such an important round.”

CEO Peter McLennan believes Indigenous Round is one of the most important of the competition.

“Rork Projects has been a proud partner for two years now and their commitment to the Indigenous community is something that should be commended,” he said.

“Through the NBL’s Indigenous Round the game gets to firstly recognise the contribution that Indigenous people make to the game of basketball but it also creates awareness, making sure that we are educating Indigenous kids on their path to the NBL and letting them know that it is a sport that is inclusive and for everyone.”

The Brisbane Bullets jersey is available for retail purchase and can be ordered by clicking here.