Every year the AFL pays respect to Indigenous culture with two rounds that show a beautiful display of art and traditions depicted on their playing guernseys.
Sir Doug Nicholls was a fighter for social justice and became the first Aboriginal-Australian to be knighted in 1972, and his impact continues on even today.
Here's how each AFL club will be suiting up for Sir Doug Nicholls Round.
Richmond Tigers
Introducing our 2023 Dreamtime jumper, designed by assistant coach, proud Larrakia and Amrreamo/Marritjavin man, Xavier Clarke and his family.
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— Richmond FC 🐯 (@Richmond_FC) May 10, 2023
Northern Territory local and proud Larrakia man Xavier Clarke has two responsibilities with Richmond, coaching and designing this year's Dreamtime at the G' guernsey. Clarke has taken artwork from his Uncle, Timothy Dumoo, and used it for the sash that represents a dance from the Larrakia people. The dance tells a story of elders protecting all when on their land and guiding them in making the right decisions. The jumper also has 42 Merrepen leaves to represent each player on the list.
