Tell us about your cultural background/who your mob is.
I’m Noongar, Yamatji and Kija. I have a few tribes within the Noongar nation which ranges from Ballardong to around the Wheatbelt area and down to Katanning. My Yamatji mob are from Shark Bay and Carnarvon and then my Kija mob are from Turkey Creek in the Kimberley.
Tell us about your journey to football. Where did the love/passion for the sport come from?
I grew up with a lot of my older cousins. They were boys and they all played footy so I would always just follow them and playing with my cousins when I was younger.
Who has been one of your biggest supporters and or Indigenous role models in your life?
My biggest role model would be my mum and dad because they are both really hard working and they have pretty much come from nothing and built up their own lives on their own. They are really proud of their culture and have passed on a lot to me.
Why is having an AFLW Indigenous Round important for you and your community?
I love Indigenous Round, it gives us a platform to really showcase our talent and I really enjoy it.
In speaking to our 'HEAR US' theme, is there a message you would like to give to Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander women and girls?
Do what you believe in.
INDIGENOUS PROFILES
- Gemma Houghton
- Mikayla Morrisson
- Tiah Haynes
- Tarnee Tester
- Jasmin Stewart
- Board member Colleen Hayward
Freo's Indigenous round clash against Brisbane is proudly supported by the club’s Indigenous Program Partner, and co-major partner, Woodside. As part of this partnership Woodside works with the club on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander initiatives such as activities at this weekend’s game and also consults with the club on the development and execution of its Reconciliation Action Plan.
To view the Fremantle Dockers Reconciliation Action Plan click here.
