Summary

Alternative Name(s): Jumper, Jersey

AFL Women's competition guernsey from the Geelong Football Club, 2022.

This guernsey was worn by Mikayla Bowen during the AFLW Pride Round, Season 7, 2022. The guernsey features a special design developed in consultation with the club's Pride Supporter group representatives and AFLW Pride ambassadors led by the club's Inclusion and Diversity Manager.

The Museum acknowledges the generous support of the Geelong Football Club in the development of this collection.

Physical Description

Navy blue, rainbow and white striped sleeveless AFL football guernsey made from polyester and elastane. V shaped neckline. Navy blue cotton hem at arm holes. Various sponsorship logos on front. Pride flag, player number and sponsorship details on back.

Significance

The Museum continues to develop a collection which documents the Australian Football League Women's competition, which was launched on 3 February 2017. In 2023, the season commences in September, with 14 rounds including ten home and away matches and four finals.

The women's AFL competition has been recognised for its culturally and socially inclusive culture, and its community connections, which see it played at suburban football grounds and attended by families and grassroots fans.

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