United unveil NBL26 Indigenous Round uniforms

Melbourne United is excited to unveil our new Indigenous Round uniforms for the 2025-26 season.

Designed by 22-year-old Wurundjeri, Dja Dja Wurrung, Ngurai illum Wurrung, German and Irish woman, Ky-ya Nicholson Ward, the uniforms encompass many stories of Indigenous life, country and culture.

Bunjil, the Wurundjeri’s creator spirit, in the physical form of the Wedge Tailed Eagle, is depicted on the front, surrounded by a representation of Star Country.

Bunjil is souring over a meeting place, which symbolises gathering together for a purpose and celebrates the community, culture and environment at Melbourne United.

The white linework panels honour traditional possum skin cloaks, worn by the Indigenous elders of a collection of Southeastern First Nations mobs, and passed down from generation to generation, while the blue, diamond shaped linework is a showcase of the strength and resilience of First National people across the globe.

For the first time, Melbourne United’s coaches polos and warm-up uniforms will also feature an Indigenous design courtesy of Gunai Kurnai man, Alfred Carter.

His design tells the story of the connection between the Elders and the youth, the passing down of knowledge, and the celebration of identity.

Having started painting in 2018, Alfred is influenced by his grandfather, a highly skilled craftsman who made boomerangs, didgeridoos, and even created his own paints. His art reflects his deep connection to Country, culture, family, and his ancestors.

Following the game, warm-up uniforms will be auctioned off, with all proceeds going towards the Koorie Basketball Academy.

United are set to debut both these designs on Monday 3 November in a matchup with the Sydney Kings inside John Cain Arena from 7:30pm. Tickets are available now.

Our Indigenous uniforms go on sale tomorrow from 10am via the Melbourne United Store.