Fever will also wear the dress during their home First Nations Round fixture against the Melbourne Mavericks on Saturday, 30 May at RAC Arena. The match will also celebrate the Club’s and Netball WA’s longstanding partnership with the Shooting Stars Program, which empowers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls through sport, education and strong cultural connections.
This year’s West Coast Fever First Nations Dress once again incorporates elements from the Club’s Indigenous artwork, Spirit of the Fever, created in 2024 by Contemporary Aboriginal Artist Jilalga Murray of Jilalga Designs.
More than a design, Spirit of the Fever tells a story of connection, resilience and shared journey. The artwork reflects the movement and energy of the team, the challenges overcome, and the strength drawn from community, represented by the Green Army, as the Club continues to strive for excellence together.
Fever General Manager Sara Francis-Bayman said the Club was proud to continue recognising and celebrating their connection with First Nations peoples through the 2026 First Nations Dress.
“First Nations Round is an important opportunity for our club to continue building meaningful connections with First Nations communities and to celebrate culture alongside our members and fans,” Francis-Bayman said.
“This year’s First Nations Dress shares the story and artistry Jilalga Murray of Jilalga Designs, and we’re grateful for the care and meaning she has brought to the design once again; her artistry and storytelling continue to shape the identity of our Club through both our First Nations and Home Dresses.
“We are incredibly proud to wear the dress and look forward to celebrating First Nations culture at RAC Arena alongside our Charity Partner Shooting Stars and our wider community on Saturday, 30 May.”
