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Emirates Western Force players will suit up in a unique ‘one-off’ jersey this Saturday night when they tackle the Waratahs in Perth. The custom designed jersey will not only look striking on the field, it will also assist in raising funds for David Pocock’s charity EightyTwenty Vision.
Supporters will have an opportunity to get their hands on an original match-worn jersey from the run-on XV during an on-line auction which will run from today (Monday, 4 April) until Friday, 15 April.
The funky design was the creation of outstanding young West Australian designer Reif Myers who through his own leisure / surfwear company Ocean Zone has been making a big impression across Australia and is set to expand internationally.
A predominantly white jersey, the distinctive Emirates Western Force black swan and ocean blue has been creatively crafted into the final product to give a new yet familiar feel.
“We wanted to have a completely different look to anything we’ve worn in the past so that it really stood out and that is what Reif has been able to come up with for us,” Pocock said.
“Looking at the Ocean Zone boardies you can see they’re pretty ‘out there’ so the jersey has taken on that style as well.”
Myers said he had a number of different ideas for the jersey and the final design came about following three or four attempts.
“I knew the guys wanted something really different to anything that had been done in the past so I sat down and did a few drawings and came up with the swirls to incorporate the swan logo,” Myers said.
“I started with ripples to signify Perth water but I think the swan is so strong that it just worked with the swirls and I’m really happy that it has turned out the way it has.
“The jersey is predominantly white to make it stand out from the normal home jersey but the traditional ocean blue is in there as well to ensure a link back to the club’s established look.”
Pocock helped establish EightyTwenty Vision in 2009 as a not-for-profit organisation that provides support and care for communities that suffer from poverty.
While a knee injury will mean the star flanker will have to watch from the sidelines, Pocock said he is looking forward to seeing his team mates run out in the jersey this weekend and hoped the new design strikes a chord with members and supporters during the on-line auction.
“It’s a great opportunity for EightyTwenty Vision as an organisation to get our name out there and to raise funds from the auction. We’re really grateful to have been given this unique way to continue to aid those less fortunate than us,” Pocock said.
“I played in the game when we wore the pink jersey aiding breast cancer (2009) and it was a great occasion. I’m sure the boys will proudly wear this jersey as well.”
On-line Auction is live now at: www.westernforce.com.au
Follow the link for more information on EightyTwenty Vision: www.eightytwentyvision.org
Follow the link for more information on Ocean Zone: www.oceanzone.com.au
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Win the match boys... then you will earn some sponsorship $$
Would make even more if they made them available like the pink ones and would provide an ongoing billboard when people wore them.
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Bit about the one off jersey and how Pocock is progressing with injury.
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All 15 jumpers have now reached reserve price![]()
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Will they be doing a collection at the gates for people who would like to donate?
One of these jerseys would look good next to Ben Castles pink jersey on the wall at my place.
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So what happens to the bench's jerseys?
Just hope we dont have the "first game jersey gitters"..
Pink - Flogged against the Sharks (and played like girls - sorry)
Blue - First ever game of our Super rugby
Yellow - First away game against Wellington
White - not sure ??
Blue & White - Hope to have a "W" this week.
$4000 for some of them already..![]()
Bet the re-shuffle has upset some of the bidders!
Not sure someone really wanted to spend more than a K on Willies shirt?
i just went to the 80-20 youtube page (see above) and you can see rooster (what we call him) talking about the work they do. pretty tangible down to earth stuff. i'll be flipping them some coin.
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Up for Auction also is an 8 seat open box:
Want to see the Emirates Western Force in style? This weekend you and 7 friends could enjoy a Corporate Hospitality experience worth over $3,000.
This package includes:
- An Eight Seat Open Box elevated in the Grandstand.
- $500 catering package including gourmet hampers and a round of drinks.
- A parking pass to the game.
- A visit from David Pocock during the game.
This auction will not only provide a first class experience for you and your guests but is for a great cause with all proceeds going to EightyTwenty Vision.
https://secure.auctiondesq.com/index...095&OrgID=4066
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Only one hour left of teh jersey auction, current prices:
David Smith $850.00
Sam Wykes $900.00
Brett Sheehan $900.00
Tim Fairbrother $950.00
Jono Jenkins $950.00
Gene Fairbanks $950.00
Nick Cummins $950.00
Ben McCalman $1,050.00
Ben Whittaker $1,150.00
Richard Brown $1,150.00
Cameron Shepherd $1,250.00
Willie Ripia $1,250.00
Pek Cowan $1,400.00
James O'Connor $1,440.00
Nathan Sharpe $1,700.00
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