2026 Players

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2026 First Nation Warriors Players

Romeo Cooper

Mob: Proud Muran Boy from Brisbane Qld

Position: Fullback, Winger, Centre

What being part of the First Nation Warriors means to me:
Being a part of FNW gives me the chance to travel with our mob and represent my culture with pride. It means playing alongside my mates, showcasing our talent and skills, and showing the world what our people are capable of.

Nate Briggs

Mob: Proud Wiradjuri and Yorta Yorta Boy from Narrandera NSW

Position: Winger, Centre, Second Row

What being part of the First Nation Warriors means to me:
Being part of FNW means getting to play alongside my mob and represent my culture and our team with pride.

Joey Salafia

Mob: Gamulkbun and Wiradjuri

Position: Centre, Fullback

What being part of the First Nation Warriors means to me:
It means connecting with culture, being surrounded by mob, and learning from our elders.

Nate Malone

Mob: Gooreng Gooreng from Eidsvold Qld.

Position: Back

What being part of the First Nation Warriors means to me:
It means a lot to travel overseas and represent my culture. I am representing my mob, my family, and myself, and I get the chance to play alongside my brothers on an international stage.

Zacariah Campbell

Mob: Kamilaroi, Gooreng Gooreng, Boigu Island

Position: Fullback, Halves

What being part of the First Nation Warriors means to me:
Being part of FNW means a lot because I am representing my family, my culture, and my community. We get to show the world that we are proud of who we are, and I get to share this journey with my brothers.

Malachi Kirk

Mob: Mulunjahli

Position: Halfback

What being part of the First Nation Warriors means to me:

I am excited to head back to Thailand to represent the First Nation Warriors and hopefully bring home another title. Last year was an amazing experience, and being able to do it again with my best mates makes it even better.

Declan Tak

Mob: Samsep Tribe, Darnley Island, Torres Strait

Position: Fullback, Centre

What being part of the First Nation Warriors means to me:
The love I have for football is something that will stay with me for life. Being able to travel overseas and represent my team and my culture is something I will always cherish. Playing in Bangkok in 2025 was one of my favourite memories, and in 2026 I am ready to do it all again alongside my best mates who I consider brothers, and my cousin, as we aim to bring home the grand final win.

Jehkiah Cole-Beer

Mob: Torres Strait Islander from Murray Island
Aboriginal from Nwagi
South Sea Islander from Ambrym, Tana, and Santo Islands

Position: Centre, Fullback

What being part of the First Nation Warriors means to me:
I am excited and proud to be representing my mob. I am looking forward to meeting other players, playing union with mob, and travelling overseas as part of this journey.

Ruben Bamblett

Mob: Wiradjuri, Yorta Yorta

Position: Forward

What being part of the First Nation Warriors means to me:
It means a lot to go international and play alongside my brothers while representing my culture. I want to show that if you put yourself out there, anything is possible.

Kanes Ghee

Mob: Zagareb Tribe, one of the Eight Tribes of Mer (Murray Island) in the Torres Strait.

Position: Front Row, Second Row

What being part of the First Nation Warriors means to me:
Being part of FNW means I get to represent my culture with pride. It gives me the chance to stand strong for my mob, my family, and my community, and to play alongside other young First Nations players who share the same passion for our culture and the game.

Xavier Saltner

Mob: Kullilli and Wakka Wakka

What being part of the First Nation Warriors means to me:
Being part of FNW means I get to meet new brothers and stand beside them while representing our old living culture. I will wear my jersey with pride and play for myself, my teammates, those who came before me, and those who will follow after us.